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AU05 ZSU

2017 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,919 mi
Last recorded48,919 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Beetle31,417 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 ZSU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 48,919 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 43,344 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 36,986 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2023 36,986 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 29,293 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 18,784 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 10,112 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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AU05 ZSU is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 31,417 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 AU05 ZSU, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU05 ZSU?

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What year was AU05 ZSU registered?

AU05 ZSU is a 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2017.

Is AU05 ZSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 ZSU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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