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BJ54 MBX

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

93,040 mi
Last recorded93,040 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 MBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 93,040 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Jan 2026 92,944 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 89,415 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 88,537 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 85,575 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 85,572 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2021 83,265 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 79,472 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 79,466 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 76,298 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 75,926 miles

centre exhaust bracket corroded but exhaust still secure

gearbox damp/oil leak

nearside + offside front wishbone, rear most bush slight movement + slightly perished/split

Pass 12 Mar 2018 73,745 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 73,741 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 May 2017 69,174 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 69,174 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when brake pedal used (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 May 2016 65,892 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 61,026 miles

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

both front tyres have worn edges

Fail 2 May 2015 61,026 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

both front tyres have worn edges

Pass 12 May 2014 52,832 miles

front tyres worn on edge

slight play strut tops

Pass 19 Apr 2013 49,037 miles

Advise n/s/r axle bush starting to split

Advise rear n/s boot strut broken

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 38,352 miles

airbag warning light on

centre exhaust mounting broken but system still adequately supported

engine oil level on minimum

nearside front tyre tread getting low

rear tyres cracking due to age

Pass 28 Apr 2011 26,393 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 26,308 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 21,600 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 17,127 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 13,416 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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BJ54 MBX is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BJ54 MBX, 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 BJ54 MBX registered?

BJ54 MBX is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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