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CA04 DNV

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,400 mi
Last recorded105,400 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA04 DNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 105,400 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 105,400 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2017 101,018 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 95,372 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 91,846 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 87,284 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 87,284 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 79,456 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 69,564 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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)

air bag light on

nearside wiper arm worn

Pass 4 Jun 2011 59,138 miles

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)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 50,460 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 43,116 miles

small cracks in rear tyre sidewalls(both)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 35,865 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nsf tyre wall scuffed

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 33,968 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 DNV is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 DNV, 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 CA04 DNV registered?

CA04 DNV is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 April 2004.

Is CA04 DNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA04 DNV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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