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AG09 FFW

2009 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,397 mi
Last recorded115,397 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle58,187 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG09 FFW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Feb 2024 115,397 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 108,741 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 96,166 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2022 96,166 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 86,043 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 78,143 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 74,553 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 67,908 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 58,227 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 49,252 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 49,252 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 43,692 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 38,266 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 33,047 miles

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

nsf tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 25 Jun 2012 27,449 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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AG09 FFW is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AG09 FFW, 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 AG09 FFW registered?

AG09 FFW is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is AG09 FFW safe to buy?

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