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BT05 WYS

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,816 mi
Last recorded122,816 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 WYS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2023 122,816 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive strong advise oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front washer jet semi blocked

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear damage to n/s/r sill

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear corrosion to rear exhaust

Fail 1 Sep 2023 122,758 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive strong advise oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front washer jet semi blocked

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear damage to n/s/r sill

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear corrosion to rear exhaust

Pass 9 Sep 2022 118,823 miles

Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has a play but not excessive on both side

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

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Sep 2022 118,795 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has a play but not excessive on both side

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 113,180 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 113,175 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 113,148 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2018 108,556 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 101,869 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 96,358 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 87,671 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 78,535 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 71,100 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 62,558 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 54,352 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 45,854 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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BT05 WYS is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BT05 WYS, 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.

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What year was BT05 WYS registered?

BT05 WYS is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 August 2005.

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