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AO04 XVJ

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,077 mi
Last recorded86,077 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO04 XVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 86,077 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Underbody slightly corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2022 78,604 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 66,482 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 66,482 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 55,353 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 55,353 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 50,728 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 46,109 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 8 Jul 2015 43,990 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 41,497 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2013 37,098 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 37,098 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 34,669 miles

nearside front brake disc rusty inner face

Pass 5 Jul 2011 33,506 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 31,329 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 27,747 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 26,885 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 20,347 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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AO04 XVJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 AO04 XVJ, 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 AO04 XVJ registered?

AO04 XVJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 July 2004.

Is AO04 XVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO04 XVJ shows 18 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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