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OE55 BWU

2005 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,273 mi
Last recorded73,273 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta80,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE55 BWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 73,273 miles

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

Offside Rear lamp lens cracked

Fail 27 Oct 2025 73,199 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear lamp lens cracked

Pass 28 Oct 2024 71,022 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 70,587 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 70,581 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2021 67,240 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 65,677 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 62,342 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 59,246 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 57,907 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 53,000 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 50,217 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre, possible puncture

Pass 28 May 2014 45,517 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 45,515 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 41,674 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 39,339 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 39,339 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 33,936 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 31,002 miles

both front tyres wearing low

Pass 26 Jun 2009 25,127 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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OE55 BWU is a 2005 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 80,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OE55 BWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OE55 BWU registered?

OE55 BWU is a 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is OE55 BWU safe to buy?

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