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AB53 BUG

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,973 mi
Last recorded98,973 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB53 BUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 98,973 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 97,952 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 186,585 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2021 180,793 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 96,977 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 81,867 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 68,759 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 53,739 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 53,719 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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AB53 BUG is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AB53 BUG, 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 AB53 BUG registered?

AB53 BUG is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 March 2004.

Is AB53 BUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB53 BUG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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