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AJ05 MMK

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,031 mi
Last recorded100,031 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 MMK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2022 100,031 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear registration plate lamp lens missing

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

brake pedal spongy

Pass 27 Jul 2021 86,301 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn off on outer edge

Nearside Rear number plate lamp lens missing

exhaust blow around manifold area ,limited vision ,advise closer inspection

oil leak

rear discs worn

reverse lamp inoperative

slight damage to bootlid,nearside door and outer sills

srs light tempermental,went out at time of test but staid on for a long period before and during test

stone chip in screen

Pass 24 Jul 2020 74,164 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 73,858 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Jan 2019 73,858 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 73,030 miles

Nearside Front tyre smooth on outer edge

Fail 29 Jan 2018 73,029 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front tyre smooth on outer edge

Pass 9 Jan 2017 72,231 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 72,231 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 68,967 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 66,042 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 60,869 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 56,043 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2012 51,687 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Jul 2012 51,687 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Jul 2011 46,130 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 40,120 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 35,064 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 28,598 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 28,598 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 MMK is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 AJ05 MMK, 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 AJ05 MMK registered?

AJ05 MMK is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 June 2005.

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