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AF05 ZNX

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

82,279 mi
Last recorded82,279 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 ZNX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2022 82,279 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 82,278 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 73,286 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Apr 2021 73,282 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner wheel arch cover loose

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 66,201 miles

off side brake back plate missing

rear brake discs badly pitted and corroded

Fail 21 Jan 2020 66,201 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

off side brake back plate missing

rear brake discs badly pitted and corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2019 63,215 miles

rear brake discs pitted and corroded

Fail 24 Jan 2019 63,215 miles

Electronic power steering wiring damaged and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (g) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear brake discs pitted and corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2018 59,895 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 59,895 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 56,584 miles

EML showing.

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

off side rear brake binding slightly

Pass 22 Jan 2016 53,142 miles

front brake application uneven 24% attention required.

Fail 22 Jan 2016 53,142 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake application uneven 24% attention required.

Fail 19 Jan 2015 49,460 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 49,460 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 45,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 45,871 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 42,082 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 37,985 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 37,985 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 35,284 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 29,811 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 23,588 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 17,762 miles

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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AF05 ZNX is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF05 ZNX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF05 ZNX registered?

AF05 ZNX is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is AF05 ZNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 ZNX shows 24 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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