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BL04 AXR

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

154,398 mi
Last recorded154,398 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL04 AXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 154,398 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2026 154,391 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 146,149 miles

Vehicle has covers fitted making unable to check some testable items

Fail 21 Feb 2025 146,149 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Vehicle has covers fitted making unable to check some testable items

Pass 12 Feb 2024 137,519 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 129,858 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2023 129,858 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 122,703 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 117,512 miles

Nearside Front indicator lamp cover is missing

Fail 18 Feb 2021 117,512 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front indicator lamp cover is missing

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

Pass 21 Feb 2020 113,189 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2020 113,104 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

oil light on dash

Pass 4 Feb 2019 108,421 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 102,698 miles

N/S O/S Front tyres outer edges wearing slightly

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 96,671 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 93,281 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 89,352 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside front tyre pressure very low pump up at time of test

Pass 10 May 2014 81,904 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 74,766 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear tyre slightly distorted on runout noticed when rotated.

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

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

Pass 30 May 2012 67,449 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 59,081 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 59,081 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 May 2010 50,145 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 43,001 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 32,240 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 20,385 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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BL04 AXR is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige 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 BL04 AXR, 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 BL04 AXR registered?

BL04 AXR is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 May 2004.

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