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DE09 ZVB

2009 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

36,250 mi
Last recorded36,250 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle58,187 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE09 ZVB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 36,250 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 36,164 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 35,530 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2024 35,530 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2023 35,086 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 34,565 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 32,896 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 32,096 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 28,939 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 28,939 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 25,695 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 22,689 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 20,934 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 19,329 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 19,329 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 17,299 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 17,299 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 15,211 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 12,333 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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DE09 ZVB is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DE09 ZVB, 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 DE09 ZVB registered?

DE09 ZVB is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 May 2009.

Is DE09 ZVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE09 ZVB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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