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C6 DTD

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

114,792 mi
Last recorded114,792 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC6 DTD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 114,792 miles

engine over filled with oil

incorrect wiper fitted to nearside

wipers will not switch off

Fail 23 Apr 2018 114,792 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine over filled with oil

incorrect wiper fitted to nearside

wipers will not switch off

Pass 28 Apr 2017 108,092 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 99,986 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 95,486 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 95,486 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 89,203 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 89,202 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 36,104 miles

engine management light on

Fail 3 Apr 2013 36,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

engine management light on

Pass 30 Dec 2011 72,782 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 72,782 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 62,256 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 53,214 miles

Non-obligatory mirror missing.

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

Pass 18 Dec 2008 43,363 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres have slight cracks

Pass 31 Dec 2007 35,088 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2007 35,088 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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C6 DTD is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 C6 DTD, 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 C6 DTD registered?

C6 DTD is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 September 2004.

Is C6 DTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C6 DTD shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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