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BP53 OGU

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

96,382 mi
Last recorded96,382 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 OGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 96,382 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 92,017 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 92,017 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 89,608 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 86,915 miles

engine management light on

Pass 29 Jul 2014 84,670 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 81,996 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 78,475 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 78,475 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 70,128 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Jan 2012 70,128 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

lidht on dash

wipers split both

Pass 17 Jan 2011 631,167 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 63,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 55,661 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 48,901 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 43,080 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 36,895 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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BP53 OGU is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BP53 OGU, 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 BP53 OGU registered?

BP53 OGU is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is BP53 OGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP53 OGU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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