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BN59 VSA

2009 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

100,201 mi
Last recorded100,201 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle58,187 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 VSA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 100,201 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2025 100,201 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 99,492 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2023 89,452 miles

Offside Rear Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill has slight corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 86,152 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 82,231 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 82,231 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 78,097 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2018 73,364 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 68,182 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 63,824 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 57,440 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 48,030 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 37,582 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 25,602 miles

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

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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BN59 VSA is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BN59 VSA, 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

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What year was BN59 VSA registered?

BN59 VSA is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is BN59 VSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 VSA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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