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AM53 BHU

2004 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,107 mi
Last recorded68,107 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2012
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta95,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 BHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2012 68,107 miles

gps mount removed before test

Pass 29 Apr 2011 60,842 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 60,842 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 47,869 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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 11 Feb 2009 40,244 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

headlamp mask converters fitted, are reducing light output: in my opinion these type of headlamps are not suitable for uk use.original head lamps are better

Fail 11 Feb 2009 40,244 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

headlamp mask converters fitted, are reducing light output: in my opinion these type of headlamps are not suitable for uk use.original head lamps are better

Pass 19 Feb 2008 35,480 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 35,409 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2006 29,882 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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AM53 BHU is a 2004 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 95,403 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 AM53 BHU, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM53 BHU registered?

AM53 BHU is a 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is AM53 BHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM53 BHU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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