2005 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8L Petrol · GL05 HFF
2005 Volkswagen Beetle (1.8L, petrol). First registered 02 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 52,430 miles. MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 52,430 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GL05 HFF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/08/2026
- 52,430 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 13 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GL05 HFF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Beetle (GL05 HFF) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (15 issues), Brakes (15 issues), Lighting (10 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 35 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlight lens faded (4.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.
GL05 HFF Mileage History
- 24/08/202349,361 mi
- 14/08/202449,713 mi+352 mi
- 15/08/202449,730 mi+17 mi
- 13/08/202550,318 mi+588 mi
- 14/08/202652,430 mi+2,112 mi
Average of roughly 1,032 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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