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AJ55 UGR

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,226 mi
Last recorded109,226 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 UGR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2020 109,226 miles

Slight bind on rear brakes.

Pass 12 Jul 2019 105,279 miles

Centre exhaust mount detached.

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 17 Jul 2018 101,271 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 101,271 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 97,798 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 94,221 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 94,219 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Lever on offside rear brake calliper not returning fully.

Pass 9 Jul 2015 87,918 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Sep 2014 84,201 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 78,005 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 65,741 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 57,315 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 49,875 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 49,275 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 49,271 miles

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)

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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AJ55 UGR is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AJ55 UGR, 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 AJ55 UGR registered?

AJ55 UGR is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 December 2005.

Is AJ55 UGR safe to buy?

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