2005 Volkswagen Beetle 1.6L Petrol · KV55 VBX
2005 Volkswagen Beetle (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30/09/2005. Recorded mileage 151,329 miles. MOT valid until 01/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Northampton
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 151,329 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1596cc
KV55 VBX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/03/2026
- 151,329 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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KV55 VBX Mileage History
- 30/03/2024140,071 mi
- 03/04/2024140,077 mi+6 mi
- 01/04/2025145,092 mi+5,015 mi
- 31/03/2026151,329 mi+6,237 mi
- 31/03/2026151,329 mi
Average of roughly 5,625 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
KV55 VBX 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 (KV55 VBX) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 31 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust joint broken (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed In tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Emissions unable to be completed Exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))”.
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