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AR04 BPU

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,372 mi
Last recorded76,372 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR04 BPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 76,372 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 76,226 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 66,410 miles

o/s front fog lamp not working

Fail 21 Aug 2014 66,410 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 55,240 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 55,240 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

centre exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 30 Aug 2012 44,229 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 3 Oct 2011 34,621 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 23,870 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 21,116 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 16,873 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 12,176 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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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.

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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.

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