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AJ09 PYW

2009 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

91,685 mi
Last recorded91,685 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2020
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle58,187 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ09 PYW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2020 91,685 miles

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

rear exhaust system corroded

Fail 10 Sep 2020 91,666 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

rear exhaust system corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2019 79,905 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Apr 2018 68,929 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 62,837 miles

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

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 5 Apr 2017 62,837 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 5 May 2016 59,970 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 56,254 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 43,336 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 36,006 miles

rear tyres perishing

Fail 17 Apr 2012 36,006 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

rear tyres perishing

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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AJ09 PYW is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AJ09 PYW, 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 AJ09 PYW registered?

AJ09 PYW is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 May 2009.

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