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AM53 FLG

2004 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,809 mi
Last recorded85,809 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2014
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta95,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 FLG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2014 85,809 miles

Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 85,809 miles

Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 78,493 miles

EML Light On

O/S/F Tyre Perished

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

Fail 23 Jul 2013 78,493 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

EML Light On

O/S/F Tyre Perished

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 71,971 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 FLG is a 2004 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FLG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AM53 FLG?

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What year was AM53 FLG registered?

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

Is AM53 FLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM53 FLG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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