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AM53 EOT

2004 Volkswagen Jetta

White Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

142,340 mi
Last recorded142,340 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta95,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 EOT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2014 142,340 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 142,289 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 130,985 miles

Both rear brakes binding slightly

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 2 Nov 2012 130,985 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Both rear brakes binding slightly

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 120,886 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/S/F MIRROR DAMAGED

Fail 26 Oct 2011 120,830 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Nov 2009 101,141 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 EOT is a 2004 Volkswagen Jetta in White with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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

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 EOT, 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 EOT registered?

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

Is AM53 EOT safe to buy?

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