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BN09 PHZ

2009 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

106,288 mi
Last recorded106,288 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle58,187 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN09 PHZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 106,288 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 98,353 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 91,647 miles

undertray fitted

Fail 28 Mar 2023 91,647 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertray fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2022 83,917 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 78,045 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertray fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2020 73,686 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2019 67,050 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Mar 2019 67,039 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 59,782 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 59,778 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 50,739 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 41,277 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 37,125 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 30,580 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 22,002 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 17,301 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 17,301 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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BN09 PHZ is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 58,187 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN09 PHZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 17 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN09 PHZ?

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What year was BN09 PHZ registered?

BN09 PHZ is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 March 2009.

Is BN09 PHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN09 PHZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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