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AP54 LXF

2005 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

76,419 mi
Last recorded76,419 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Beetle68,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP54 LXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 76,419 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 69,976 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 65,288 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 58,765 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 58,765 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 57,740 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 55,987 miles

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 52,355 miles

both rear tyres in poor condition-cracking on sidewalls

Pass 29 Nov 2010 42,446 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 35,039 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 29,658 miles

front discs surface rust through standing front n/s tyre 2mm

Pass 6 Dec 2007 22,701 miles

offside wing repeater broken but still working

small scratch to windscreen

Fail 6 Dec 2007 22,701 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

offside wing repeater broken but still working

small scratch to windscreen

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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AP54 LXF is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AP54 LXF, 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 AP54 LXF registered?

AP54 LXF is a 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is AP54 LXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP54 LXF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AP54 LXF have outstanding finance?

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