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AF55 UBO

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

101,675 mi
Last recorded101,675 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 UBO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 27 Mar 2023 101,675 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2022 92,966 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2022 92,966 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 87,380 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2021 87,379 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 83,237 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 78,526 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 78,526 miles

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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 69,568 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 69,567 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fuel system component insecure FUEL FILTER (7.2.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 59,965 miles

centre exhaust bracket corrodded

Pass 5 Dec 2015 51,211 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Wiper blade split slightly

Pass 2 Dec 2014 47,788 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 45,384 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 41,451 miles

Both rear tyres perishing /aged (8 years old)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 37,382 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 33,229 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 26,318 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 17,538 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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AF55 UBO is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AF55 UBO, 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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AF55 UBO is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 December 2005.

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