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CV59 ZBO

2009 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

136,519 mi
Last recorded136,519 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle58,187 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV59 ZBO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2023 136,519 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner/Outer sills/step ins. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner/Outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 127,665 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 7 Dec 2022 127,665 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 114,474 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tail lamp loose

Offside Front headlamp loose

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2021 114,164 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tail lamp loose

Offside Front headlamp loose

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 105,260 miles

Underside covered in wax oil restricting full inspection of body and brake pipes

Pass 3 Aug 2018 98,072 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Under tray not allowing full inspection to locate leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under side (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2018 98,072 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Under tray not allowing full inspection to locate leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under side (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 83,064 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 83,064 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 63,467 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 47,310 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 34,467 miles

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

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2014 34,467 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 26,771 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Nov 2012 19,871 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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CV59 ZBO is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 58,187 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CV59 ZBO, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CV59 ZBO registered?

CV59 ZBO is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 November 2009.

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