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BN55 BHX

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

48,350 mi
Last recorded48,350 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 BHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 48,350 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Aug 2018 48,318 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2017 46,422 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 42,834 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 39,077 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 35,337 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 31,556 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 27,455 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 23,588 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 20,055 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 13,564 miles

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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BN55 BHX is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 68,404 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 BN55 BHX, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN55 BHX registered?

BN55 BHX is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is BN55 BHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 BHX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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