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AK54 LSE

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,007 mi
Last recorded92,007 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 LSE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 92,007 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 31 May 2024 90,235 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2023 88,808 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 86,347 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 86,347 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 80,647 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 79,520 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Dec 2016 74,062 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 74,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 69,263 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 63,466 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 60,234 miles

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

slight play in n/s/f h/light

Pass 19 Jun 2012 56,467 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 50,767 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 44,263 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 38,812 miles

n/s/r tyre tread getting low

Fail 16 Jun 2009 38,770 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s/r tyre tread getting low

Pass 15 Feb 2008 34,331 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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AK54 LSE is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AK54 LSE, 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 AK54 LSE registered?

AK54 LSE is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 January 2005.

Is AK54 LSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK54 LSE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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