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FN59 EAX

2009 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,847 mi
Last recorded36,847 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2020
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle58,187 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN59 EAX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2020 36,847 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 27,913 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 19,688 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 19,688 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp is missing. (3.4.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

advise nearside outer cv gaiter large clip out of place.gaiter remains in position.

advise rear tyres cracked in treads.

Pass 15 Oct 2016 17,724 miles

advise both rear tyres cracking in treads.

advise brake imbalance to offside rear 18%.

advise nearside cv gaiter weeping grease from outer end.cable tied.

Fail 12 Oct 2016 17,720 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam stays on dipped beam. (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

advise both rear tyres cracking in treads.

advise brake imbalance to offside rear 18%.

advise nearside cv gaiter weeping grease from outer end.cable tied.

expired tax disc holder removed from swept area prior to test.

Pass 21 Jul 2015 17,650 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 12,470 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FN59 EAX is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 FN59 EAX, 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 FN59 EAX registered?

FN59 EAX is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 December 2009.

Is FN59 EAX safe to buy?

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