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AO55 CNU

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,258 mi
Last recorded91,258 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2012
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 CNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2012 91,258 miles

advise front tyres wearing low

Pass 31 Jan 2011 76,487 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 56,592 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 35,244 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 35,244 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 19,360 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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AO55 CNU is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 AO55 CNU, 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

How do I check the history of AO55 CNU?

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What year was AO55 CNU registered?

AO55 CNU is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AO55 CNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO55 CNU shows 6 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.

Does AO55 CNU have outstanding finance?

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