CarVerify

Free Car Check

C17 BUG

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1781cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,776 mi
Last recorded12,776 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationC17 BUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2025 12,776 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 12,471 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 12,096 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 11,308 miles

Front wipers smear

Pass 28 Sep 2021 11,064 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 10,851 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 10,558 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 10,329 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 9,846 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 9,482 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 9,122 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 8,564 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 8,216 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 7,570 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 6,856 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 6,191 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 5,095 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 3,839 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 2,984 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
Full Volkswagen Beetle reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

C17 BUG is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C17 BUG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C17 BUG?

You can check the full history of C17 BUG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C17 BUG registered?

C17 BUG is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 October 2004.

Is C17 BUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C17 BUG shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C17 BUG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on C17 BUG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.