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CA04 REV

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Orange Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

84,199 mi
Last recorded84,199 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA04 REV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 84,199 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025 82,943 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 82,802 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 81,468 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 80,843 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 80,517 miles

Advise brake discs corroded.

Pass 21 Mar 2020 80,181 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 79,073 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Undertrays and Plastic Engine Covers fitted.

Pass 16 Mar 2018 77,004 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 72,269 miles

Front Inner brake disc face corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2015 69,381 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 29 May 2014 68,401 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil level low - topped up

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 May 2014 68,401 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil level low - topped up

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2013 65,617 miles

Front brake discs slightly worn/lipped

N/s/f wiper blades splitting at ends

Pass 31 May 2012 60,823 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 54,782 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2010 47,155 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 39,914 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 May 2008 32,723 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 26,072 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 REV is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Orange with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 REV, 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 REV registered?

CA04 REV is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 April 2004.

Is CA04 REV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA04 REV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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