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AO05 YDZ

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,324 mi
Last recorded107,324 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 YDZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 107,324 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Inner (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 102,160 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 99,040 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

engine light on

gearbox oil leak

Pass 19 Jun 2014 94,760 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 86,177 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 79,506 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 71,615 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 62,330 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 62,330 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 51,793 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 51,793 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 39,543 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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AO05 YDZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AO05 YDZ, 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 AO05 YDZ registered?

AO05 YDZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 June 2005.

Is AO05 YDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO05 YDZ shows 12 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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