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A14 PGK

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

149,546 mi
Last recorded149,546 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 PGK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 149,546 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

back box outer skin loose

both front outer cv boots small hole

Pass 17 Jan 2022 147,816 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 137,101 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 125,955 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 112,782 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 102,715 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit And worn on the outer edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit And worn on the outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 99,072 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

coil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 28 Feb 2017 99,072 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

coil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 94,792 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Screen damaged in swept area but not obstructing drivers view of the road

offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 26 Mar 2015 91,141 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2014 86,705 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 82,643 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 79,188 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 79,185 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nsf tyre worn on edge

Pass 30 Mar 2011 74,491 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 68,154 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 58,096 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 47,469 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 38,389 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 38,389 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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A14 PGK is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 A14 PGK, 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 A14 PGK registered?

A14 PGK is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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