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AO54 LYV

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

105,875 mi
Last recorded105,875 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO54 LYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 105,875 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2023 105,868 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 105,774 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Nov 2021 105,729 miles

Lower Power steering pipe/hose leaking rear of steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 101,656 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material steel (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 101,566 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective both front headlamps have incorrect pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material steel (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 92,400 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 82,443 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 70,197 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 70,197 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 60,960 miles

Nearside Rear sill slightly corroded

Offside Rear sill slightly corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2015 59,820 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 57,322 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 54,629 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 52,961 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 49,967 miles

both front brake discs corroded

Pass 10 Nov 2010 47,970 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 46,872 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 42,214 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 34,686 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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AO54 LYV is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AO54 LYV, 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 AO54 LYV registered?

AO54 LYV is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 October 2004.

Is AO54 LYV safe to buy?

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