MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
76,372 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
o/s front fog lamp not working
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
o/s front fog lamp not working
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
centre exhaust heat shield loose
Nail in offside front tyre
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
nail in n/s rear tyre tread
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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AR04 BPU is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 AR04 BPU, 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
How do I check the history of AR04 BPU?
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What year was AR04 BPU registered?
AR04 BPU is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 July 2004.
Is AR04 BPU safe to buy?
The MOT history for AR04 BPU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does AR04 BPU have outstanding finance?
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