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AP54 DBX

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2020
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

156,783 mi
Last recorded156,783 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP54 DBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2019 156,783 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 156,783 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 144,974 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2017 144,973 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 140,993 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 6 Oct 2016 140,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Oct 2015 137,207 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 133,092 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 128,970 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 128,970 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 118,322 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 118,322 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 109,120 miles

crack in lower n/s of windscreen by tax dsc but not affecting drivers view of the road.

Fail 21 Sep 2011 109,103 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f inner track rod joints has a play

Pass 18 Sep 2010 99,843 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 99,831 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s steering rack tie rods assy has excess play ball joint can not be inspected as rubber steering rack gaiter in place .

Pass 9 Sep 2009 89,948 miles

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

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

all brake pads wearing thin

Pass 29 Aug 2008 67,801 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 67,801 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 52,275 miles

near side rear seat belt not checked due to child seat fitted

off side front tyre tread on 2mm (legal limit 1.6mm)

off side front tyre worn on inner edge (cords not showing)

stone chips in windscreen

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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AP54 DBX is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AP54 DBX, 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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AP54 DBX is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 November 2004.

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