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AE54 UPM

2005 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

74,925 mi
Last recorded74,925 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2009
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta80,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 UPM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2009 74,925 miles

Front windows tinted

Oil leak

Tyres wearing on the inner edges

Fail 18 Sep 2009 74,925 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Front windows tinted

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Tyres wearing on the inner edges

Pass 26 Oct 2005 18,355 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2005 18,345 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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AE54 UPM is a 2005 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 80,460 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE54 UPM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE54 UPM?

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What year was AE54 UPM registered?

AE54 UPM is a 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is AE54 UPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE54 UPM shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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