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AX54 BGE

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

93,740 mi
Last recorded93,740 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 BGE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 93,740 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 93,740 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 90,674 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 85,720 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 77,136 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 77,136 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 63,141 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 58,145 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 51,795 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 47,091 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 41,760 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2009 34,163 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 22,974 miles

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

all tyres close to limit

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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AX54 BGE is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AX54 BGE, 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 AX54 BGE registered?

AX54 BGE is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 November 2004.

Is AX54 BGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX54 BGE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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