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AJ05 PGF

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

68,533 mi
Last recorded68,533 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 68,533 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2025 62,935 miles

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

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

headlamp leveling device very slow

Pass 12 Jul 2024 54,539 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 44,897 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 9 Jul 2022 38,841 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 38,405 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 37,218 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 36,208 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 35,093 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 33,464 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 31,955 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 30,391 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 29,152 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 27,826 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 26,418 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 26,417 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 24,594 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 22,236 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 19,436 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 16,764 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 PGF 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 95%.

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 PGF, 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 PGF registered?

AJ05 PGF is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is AJ05 PGF safe to buy?

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