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FJ09 SZZ

2009 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

79,416 mi
Last recorded79,416 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2020
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle58,187 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ09 SZZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2020 79,416 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 79,412 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 70,415 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 66,780 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

exhaust bracket broken slight blow

Pass 19 Apr 2017 61,101 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Central Front Exhaust heat shield insecure

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment O/S & N/S (2.5.A.1c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both tyres worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak Engine & gearbox ()

Pass 3 May 2016 55,678 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 55,678 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 48,833 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 42,937 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Apr 2013 36,012 miles

Advise both rear tyres wearing out of shape

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 36,012 miles

Advise both rear tyres wearing out of shape

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2012 27,809 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 27,809 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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FJ09 SZZ is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FJ09 SZZ, 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 FJ09 SZZ registered?

FJ09 SZZ is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 May 2009.

Is FJ09 SZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ09 SZZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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