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DA59 ZDO

2009 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,205 mi
Last recorded22,205 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle58,187 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA59 ZDO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 22,205 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 21,265 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 21,255 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 19,703 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2023 19,703 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 18,469 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 17,651 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 17,426 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 17,201 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 17,201 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2018 16,534 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 15,267 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 11,761 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 10,764 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 7,602 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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DA59 ZDO is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 DA59 ZDO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA59 ZDO registered?

DA59 ZDO is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 December 2009.

Is DA59 ZDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA59 ZDO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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