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BT04 LCK

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

93,102 mi
Last recorded93,102 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT04 LCK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Fail 8 Aug 2024 93,102 miles

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

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength O/S/R outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

O/S/F spring corroded

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S/R outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 92,145 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2023 92,144 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 90,929 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 89,786 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Aug 2021 89,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 89,010 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge - suggest changing tyre ASAP, very thin! (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Aug 2020 89,009 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside 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))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge - suggest changing tyre ASAP, very thin! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 83,193 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split at shaft end - not allowing the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2019 83,193 miles

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

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

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split at shaft end - not allowing the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 77,839 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 73,196 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 67,980 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 62,035 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 56,833 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 56,833 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 50,390 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 44,773 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 38,837 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 33,528 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 28,748 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 23,326 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 16,887 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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BT04 LCK is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 BT04 LCK, 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 BT04 LCK registered?

BT04 LCK is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 May 2004.

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