The road tax status for AE55 ULR is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for AE55 ULR?

The MOT for AE55 ULR is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of AE55 ULR?

The recorded mileage for AE55 ULR is 112,643 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is AE55 ULR ULEZ compliant?

No, AE55 ULR does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2005 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0L Petrol · AE55 ULR

AE55 ULR

2005 Volkswagen Beetle (2.0L, petrol). First registered 21/12/2005. Recorded mileage 112,643 miles. MOT valid until 19/07/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
Year / Origin: 2005 · Peterborough
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 19/07/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 112,643 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 112,643 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2005
Engine: 1984cc

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AE55 ULR Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2026
112,643 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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AE55 ULR Mileage History

18/05/202396,025 mi
19/05/202396,025 mi
31/05/202498,412 mi+2,387 mi
14/05/2025110,022 mi+11,610 mi
21/07/2026112,643 mi+2,621 mi

Average of roughly 5,233 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

AE55 ULR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 10:31

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Beetle (AE55 ULR) between May 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 21 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.

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