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ALC 679A

2005 Volkswagen 1500

Blue Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,280 mi
Last recorded41,280 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALC 679A
MakeVolkswagen
Model1500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2022 41,280 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 39,365 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 39,038 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 38,709 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 38,705 miles

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

Centre Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Outer Front Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Offside Outer Rear Axle swivel joint insecure in a suspension arm (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 36,893 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 39,532 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 39,532 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1500?

Based on 5,923 MOT tests across 734 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
471
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
734
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 392
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 352
position lamp(s) not working 245
Headlamp aim too high 211
Stop lamp not working 206
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ALC 679A is a 2005 Volkswagen 1500 in Blue with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 392 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ALC 679A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen 1500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ALC 679A registered?

ALC 679A is a 2005 Volkswagen 1500, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is ALC 679A safe to buy?

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