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BP53 URM

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

98,161 mi
Last recorded98,161 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2015
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 URM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2015 98,161 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 94,518 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 88,438 miles

engine light on

Fail 12 Mar 2013 88,370 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine light on

Pass 13 Mar 2012 82,292 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 76,389 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 71,374 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 71,374 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 65,854 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 65,772 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2008 58,653 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 58,653 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 49,324 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 49,312 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 URM is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 URM, 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 URM registered?

BP53 URM is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 January 2004.

Is BP53 URM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP53 URM shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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