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CA04 DNU

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,954 mi
Last recorded21,954 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA04 DNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 21,954 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 39,190 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 21,724 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 20,758 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 20,354 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 19,860 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 18,643 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 16,961 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 15,842 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 14,303 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 12,689 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 12,689 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

advise eml light on

Pass 26 Sep 2012 11,525 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 10,205 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 10,078 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 5,699 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 3,471 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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CA04 DNU is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 CA04 DNU, 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

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What year was CA04 DNU registered?

CA04 DNU is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 April 2004.

Is CA04 DNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA04 DNU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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