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BT55 KGO

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,532 mi
Last recorded56,532 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 KGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 56,532 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 53,964 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 51,354 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 49,312 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking right on limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 49,312 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking right on limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 46,133 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Apr 2022 46,133 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 42,998 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 40,206 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 39,899 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fittd

Fail 29 Apr 2019 39,897 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fittd

Pass 30 Apr 2018 38,107 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 35,071 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 32,507 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 29,382 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 28,043 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 25,118 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 20,948 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 16,421 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 14,418 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 12,427 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 12,427 miles

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

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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BT55 KGO is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 BT55 KGO, 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 BT55 KGO registered?

BT55 KGO is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 November 2005.

Is BT55 KGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT55 KGO shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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