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AJ05 ALU

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

75,957 mi
Last recorded75,957 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 ALU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 75,957 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 72,976 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2024 72,976 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 68,713 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 66,272 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2022 66,272 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 62,433 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 60,404 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 58,389 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 54,999 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 51,617 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 47,213 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 42,737 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 39,252 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 36,410 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 36,410 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 33,750 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 30,467 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 27,962 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009
Pass 14 Aug 2008 22,758 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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AJ05 ALU is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AJ05 ALU, 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 AJ05 ALU registered?

AJ05 ALU is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 August 2005.

Is AJ05 ALU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 ALU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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