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AP05 LJA

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

85,594 mi
Last recorded85,594 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 LJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2021 85,594 miles

sills corroded

wiper blades split

Fail 20 Dec 2021 85,594 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

sills corroded

wiper blades split

Pass 21 Aug 2020 83,939 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2019 82,078 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 79,300 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2016 73,979 miles

Rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 30 Jul 2016 73,979 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 10 Jun 2015 67,583 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2015 67,551 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

check engine light is on

Pass 16 May 2014 62,841 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 62,841 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2013 57,395 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2013 57,394 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 25 May 2012 51,038 miles
Pass 29 May 2011 46,147 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2010 41,174 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 34,130 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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AP05 LJA is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AP05 LJA, 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 AP05 LJA registered?

AP05 LJA is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is AP05 LJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP05 LJA shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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