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172 UXC

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,281 mi
Last recorded17,281 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2006
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration172 UXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2006 17,281 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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172 UXC is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 172 UXC, 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

How do I check the history of 172 UXC?

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What year was 172 UXC registered?

172 UXC is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is 172 UXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 172 UXC shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 172 UXC have outstanding finance?

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