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BT55 YNW

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

87,680 mi
Last recorded87,680 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 YNW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 87,680 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 84,284 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2025 84,284 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2024 83,104 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 77,355 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 77,355 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 74,868 miles

Offside Front sill corroding

Pass 6 Mar 2020 74,626 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 73,516 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 73,516 miles

Offside Front Steering locking device ineffective track rod end lock nut inop (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 70,874 miles

Nearside Front bumper damaged but not dangerous

Pass 21 Feb 2017 68,688 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 68,688 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 65,444 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 5 Feb 2015 63,522 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 62,928 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 61,981 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2012 61,981 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 60,363 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 57,359 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 57,357 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 46,891 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 32,643 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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BT55 YNW is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 YNW, 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 YNW registered?

BT55 YNW is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is BT55 YNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT55 YNW shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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