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952 UXR

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,223 mi
Last recorded8,223 miles
Recorded on13 May 2010
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration952 UXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2010 8,223 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 7,612 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 6,395 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 6,395 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Hand operated control valve malfunctioning (3.2.2c)

Rear Suspension weakened allowing body or other component to foul a road wheel or would do so if laden (2.4.A.1b)

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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952 UXR is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 68,404 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 952 UXR, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 952 UXR registered?

952 UXR is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is 952 UXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 952 UXR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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