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AX04 XHY

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,027 mi
Last recorded78,027 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX04 XHY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 78,027 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2025 78,027 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 75,216 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 72,901 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 70,936 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 69,669 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 68,359 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 66,637 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 67,675 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 67,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2016 57,486 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 52,641 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 48,143 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 44,035 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 41,890 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 41,880 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 39,997 miles

slight scuff damage to o/s/r tyre outer sidewall

Pass 27 Jul 2010 36,132 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 32,557 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 26,667 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 20,929 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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AX04 XHY is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AX04 XHY, 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

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What year was AX04 XHY registered?

AX04 XHY is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 July 2004.

Is AX04 XHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX04 XHY shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AX04 XHY have outstanding finance?

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