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AK54 KJF

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

108,818 mi
Last recorded108,818 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 KJF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Dec 2024 108,818 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 104,481 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 103,107 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 98,940 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 95,935 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 93,187 miles

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 88,221 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 84,607 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2016 80,712 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

EXHAUST SLEEVES HAVE EXCESS CORROSION

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ALSO SIDE WALL WORN (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 76,888 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

ENGINE SURGING

EXHAUST SLEEVES HAVE EXCESS CORROSION

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin STRONG ADVICE (3.5.1g)

Rear coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2014 72,331 miles

EXHAUST CENTRE HANGER & SLEEVES ARE WORN .

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Dec 2013 67,017 miles

EXHAUST CENTRE SUPPORT IS WORN .

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 59,231 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 56,495 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 53,087 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 50,038 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 46,420 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 43,216 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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AK54 KJF is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 AK54 KJF, 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.

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What year was AK54 KJF registered?

AK54 KJF is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 October 2004.

Is AK54 KJF safe to buy?

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