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FL59 TYS

2009 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

91,986 mi
Last recorded91,986 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle58,187 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 TYS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 91,986 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 86,284 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 86,254 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 81,975 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 78,663 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 78,663 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 72,553 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 62,295 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 62,295 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 52,667 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 44,383 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 35,027 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 35,027 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 26,202 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 19,284 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 14,207 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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FL59 TYS is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FL59 TYS, 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 FL59 TYS registered?

FL59 TYS is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 September 2009.

Is FL59 TYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL59 TYS shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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