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BG04 NSJ

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

96,626 mi
Last recorded96,626 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG04 NSJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 96,626 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 92,411 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 87,892 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 83,989 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 80,071 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 80,071 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 May 2014 73,780 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 67,906 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 63,015 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 2 Jun 2012 63,015 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 May 2011 55,086 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 48,710 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 41,021 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 33,738 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 27,212 miles

Offside Front 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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BG04 NSJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BG04 NSJ, 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 BG04 NSJ registered?

BG04 NSJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 April 2004.

Is BG04 NSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG04 NSJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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