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AO55 HMC

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

102,470 mi
Last recorded102,470 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 HMC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 102,470 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 98,464 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 98,361 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 98,338 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2015 69,554 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 88,674 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 88,674 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 82,546 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012
Pass 26 Oct 2011 660,030 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 660,030 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 55,496 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 32,564 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 29,854 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 HMC is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HMC, 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.

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What year was AO55 HMC registered?

AO55 HMC is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is AO55 HMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO55 HMC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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