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BP05 KLU

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

98,017 mi
Last recorded98,017 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP05 KLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 98,017 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 90,167 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 85,148 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 84,713 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 78,254 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 78,254 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 67,642 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 58,880 miles

rear tyres cracking

Fail 10 Oct 2012 58,880 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear tyres cracking

Pass 27 Oct 2011 52,059 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 52,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 43,701 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 35,799 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 35,799 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 26,083 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 26,083 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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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BP05 KLU is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BP05 KLU, 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 BP05 KLU registered?

BP05 KLU is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 July 2005.

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