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AM53 CWA

2004 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

150,402 mi
Last recorded150,402 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2022
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta95,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 CWA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2022 150,402 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 150,050 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 15 May 2021 136,495 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated and offside (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2020 129,210 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 125,806 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 125,806 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 116,920 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 116,920 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 71,281 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 66,462 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 64,048 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 61,746 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 61,648 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Dec 2007 57,421 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2007 57,421 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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 CWA is a 2004 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 CWA, 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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AM53 CWA is a 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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