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CY09 BTV

2009 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

106,942 mi
Last recorded106,942 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle58,187 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY09 BTV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 106,942 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and back (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front and rear hubs, suspension and axles all have corrosion. it all needs cleaning off and protection applied

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 104,653 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 104,648 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 100,894 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 94,090 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 83,898 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 83,898 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 1 Apr 2014 68,957 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 68,957 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 58,733 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 58,733 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 42,937 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 42,937 miles

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

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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CY09 BTV is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 CY09 BTV, 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 CY09 BTV registered?

CY09 BTV is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 May 2009.

Is CY09 BTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY09 BTV shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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