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AK04 ZXN

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,767 mi
Last recorded28,767 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK04 ZXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 28,767 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 28,089 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 27,160 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 26,061 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 26,061 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 25,124 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 23,379 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 22,412 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 21,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 20,035 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 19,165 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 18,072 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 18,072 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 17,052 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 16,003 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 16,003 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 14,306 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 14,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 13,084 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 11,985 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 10,237 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 8,633 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 7,147 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 5,282 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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AK04 ZXN is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 71,947 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK04 ZXN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 22 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK04 ZXN registered?

AK04 ZXN is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 April 2004.

Is AK04 ZXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK04 ZXN shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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