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BT54 EUN

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,262 mi
Last recorded127,262 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 EUN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2023 127,262 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 122,627 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 119,407 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 119,336 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 114,416 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 114,416 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 97,339 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 96,683 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 71,025 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 62,062 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 59,349 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 56,226 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 51,665 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 46,994 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 40,638 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 34,690 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2010 29,080 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 29,080 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 23,268 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 18,151 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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BT54 EUN is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BT54 EUN, 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 BT54 EUN registered?

BT54 EUN is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 January 2005.

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