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CF04 PYX

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

118,686 mi
Last recorded118,686 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF04 PYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2020 118,686 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 116,117 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 114,386 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 109,975 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 100,943 miles

Slight misting of oil on metal pipes

Pass 14 Jul 2015 93,189 miles

Both outer sills damaged

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 83,962 miles

Damage to n/s outer sill

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

Fail 14 Jul 2014 83,962 miles

Damage to n/s outer sill

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 74,513 miles

Accident damage to n/s/ outer sill

Pass 4 Jul 2012 66,151 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 58,661 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 58,661 miles

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 50,812 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 43,328 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 7 Jul 2008 38,121 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 38,121 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 31,848 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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CF04 PYX is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 CF04 PYX, 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 CF04 PYX registered?

CF04 PYX is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 July 2004.

Is CF04 PYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF04 PYX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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