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FH09 DXB

2009 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,419 mi
Last recorded106,419 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle58,187 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH09 DXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 106,419 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 93,420 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 93,420 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 82,931 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 72,878 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 72,878 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 65,962 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 21 Jul 2022 65,962 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 57,371 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2021 57,371 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 54,705 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s front & n/s rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 46,461 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jul 2018 36,235 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 26,924 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 23,276 miles

Both rear tyres starting to crack and perish

Fail 9 Jul 2016 23,276 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)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Both rear tyres starting to crack and perish

Pass 15 Jul 2015 20,592 miles

both rear tyres cracking inbetween tread

Pass 5 Aug 2014 18,493 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 14,171 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 11,601 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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FH09 DXB is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FH09 DXB, 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 FH09 DXB registered?

FH09 DXB is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 July 2009.

Is FH09 DXB safe to buy?

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