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AJN 923A

1997 Volkswagen Beetle

Bronze Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

92,199 mi
Last recorded92,199 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Beetle51,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJN 923A
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1997
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 92,199 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 67,292 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 87,291 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Sep 2009 87,010 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 87,010 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Torsion bar excessive play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front lower bush slight play in.

Nearside rear tyre close to limits,2.00mm.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 87,010 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 87,010 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Slight lift in both front suspension king pins

Slight play in torsion bar both sides

Slight wear in nearside front top king-pin to torsion bar link rod

TYRE SIZE 215/60 VR15

Washer switch insecure

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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AJN 923A is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle in Bronze with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 51,989 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJN 923A, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJN 923A registered?

AJN 923A is a 1997 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 July 1997.

Is AJN 923A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJN 923A shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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