2005 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8L Petrol · WD05 CZP
2005 Volkswagen Beetle (1.8L, petrol). First registered 02 Aug 2005. Recorded mileage 117,494 miles. MOT expired on 01 May 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 May 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,494 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WD05 CZP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/04/2024
- 117,494 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WD05 CZP 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 (WD05 CZP) between April 2022 and April 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 April 2024 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: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))”.
WD05 CZP Mileage History
- 05/04/2022116,012 mi
- 03/04/2023116,711 mi+699 mi
- 27/04/2023116,712 mi+1 mi
- 10/04/2024117,494 mi+782 mi
- 24/04/2024117,494 mi
Average of roughly 722 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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