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B16 ENM

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,769 mi
Last recorded130,769 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 ENM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2022 130,769 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 127,778 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (both) [5.3.4 (a) (i)] •

• • Offside Front (tyre wearing on edges/getting low on tread) • Nearside Front (tyre wearing on edges/getting low on tread+cuts) • (front number plate poor condition

Fail 18 Dec 2020 127,772 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges/getting low on tread+cuts

Offside Front tyre wearing on edges/getting low on tread

front number plate poor condition

Pass 31 May 2019 120,543 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 113,382 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 108,477 miles

Nearside Front tyre on the limit

Offside Front tyre worn close to the limit

Rear both sides starting to perish

Fail 29 Apr 2017 108,449 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front tyre on the limit

Offside Front tyre worn close to the limit

Rear both sides starting to perish

Pass 3 May 2016 105,599 miles

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

centre tread off front tyres worn.

Pass 7 May 2015 102,680 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 98,937 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 88,924 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 79,466 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 72,505 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2010 61,034 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 49,300 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 49,300 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 40,684 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 32,378 miles

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

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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B16 ENM is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B16 ENM, 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 B16 ENM registered?

B16 ENM is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 March 2004.

Is B16 ENM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 ENM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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