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BT05 YGP

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

93,986 mi
Last recorded93,986 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 YGP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2024 93,986 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 93,439 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 92,505 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 92,094 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 87,170 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 74,639 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 65,941 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 61,255 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 54,268 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 47,529 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

n/s sill damaged

Fail 12 May 2015 47,529 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

n/s sill damaged

o/s/f tyre on 3mm

Pass 2 Jun 2014 41,297 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 34,952 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 28,306 miles

Oil leak

Fail 1 Jun 2012 28,306 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)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2011 22,243 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 16,712 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 13,174 miles

front tyres worn slightly on edges/slightly cracked between tred

rear reg.plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 20 Jun 2008 10,477 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 YGP is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YGP, 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 BT05 YGP registered?

BT05 YGP is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is BT05 YGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 YGP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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