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B21 RHW

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

44,074 mi
Last recorded44,074 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB21 RHW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2023 44,074 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides - inner / outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 43,638 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 42,715 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 42,702 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 41,429 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 40,638 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2019 40,638 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 40,318 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 39,324 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 37,646 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 35,616 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 33,805 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 31,613 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 29,106 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 26,539 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 22,756 miles

chip in the screen

Fail 24 Aug 2009 19,242 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 19,242 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 14,990 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 11,187 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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B21 RHW is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 B21 RHW, 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 B21 RHW registered?

B21 RHW is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 September 2004.

Is B21 RHW safe to buy?

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