The road tax status for BK05 JYU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for BK05 JYU?

The MOT for BK05 JYU is valid and due for renewal on or before 16 September 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of BK05 JYU?

The recorded mileage for BK05 JYU is 177,845 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BK05 JYU ULEZ compliant?

No, BK05 JYU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2005 Volkswagen Beetle 1.9L Diesel · BK05 JYU

BK05 JYU

2005 Volkswagen Beetle (1.9L, diesel). First registered 25 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 177,845 miles. MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
Year / Origin: 2005 · Birmingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 16 Sept 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 177,845 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2005

Engine

1896cc

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BK05 JYU Key Findings

28 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 11/09/2026
177,845 miles recorded at latest MOT
8 historical MOT failures
9 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (13 mentions)

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BK05 JYU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Nov 2026, 13:52

MOT Analysis

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28 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Beetle (BK05 JYU) between April 2008 and September 2026.

The record contains 20 passes and 8 failures.

The most recent test on 11 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (13 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Bodywork (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 32 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))”.

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BK05 JYU Mileage History

01/04/200825,092 mi
16/03/200931,944 mi+6,852 mi
02/03/201043,744 mi+11,800 mi
15/03/201157,811 mi+14,067 mi
15/03/201157,811 mi
16/03/201266,143 mi+8,332 mi
16/03/201266,143 mi
08/02/201373,678 mi+7,535 mi
12/02/201483,319 mi+9,641 mi
10/02/201598,850 mi+15,531 mi
19/10/2015105,778 mi+6,928 mi
11/10/2016109,055 mi+3,277 mi
11/10/2017110,380 mi+1,325 mi
20/10/2017110,391 mi+11 mi
15/10/2018119,965 mi+9,574 mi
15/10/2018119,965 mi
19/10/2019135,782 mi+15,817 mi
19/10/2019135,782 mi
25/09/2020143,919 mi+8,137 mi
11/10/2021149,802 mi+5,883 mi
11/10/2021149,804 mi+2 mi
24/10/2022155,689 mi+5,885 mi
05/10/2023160,776 mi+5,087 mi
17/10/2023160,781 mi+5 mi
17/10/2024166,651 mi+5,870 mi
12/09/2025171,413 mi+4,762 mi
18/09/2025171,499 mi+86 mi
11/09/2026177,845 mi+6,346 mi

Average of roughly 8,281 miles per year across 28 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)

2 dangerous defects found recently

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