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LM04 GZN

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,309 mi
Last recorded87,309 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM04 GZN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc
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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 87,309 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 87,300 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 86,478 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 86,467 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 85,088 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 84,744 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Aug 2017 83,635 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 9 Aug 2017 83,632 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres perished

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 81,777 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 76,489 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 76,489 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 71,658 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 67,149 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 61,412 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 58,023 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 58,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 49,070 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 49,070 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 35,023 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

some damage to offside door mirror

Pass 3 Apr 2009 35,023 miles

some damage to offside door mirror

Pass 5 Apr 2008 24,862 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 15 May 2007 20,192 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

could not see brake fluid level

n/s/f tyre slightly worn outer edge

rear registration plate very slightly deteriorated

tyres underinflated?

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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LM04 GZN is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LM04 GZN, 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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LM04 GZN is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 May 2004.

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