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AD04 MLU

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

22,461 mi
Last recorded22,461 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 MLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 22,461 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 21,991 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 21,355 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 20,672 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 20,135 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 20,133 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both front (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 19,511 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 19,141 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 18,714 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 18,105 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 17,377 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake lazy to return , but function is correct.

Pass 23 May 2016 16,180 miles

n/s/r parking brake not quite fully returning.

Fail 26 May 2015 15,132 miles

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 May 2015 15,132 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 13,780 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 12,498 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 12,498 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 11,423 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 10,132 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 9,188 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 8,479 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 7,019 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 5,955 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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AD04 MLU is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 AD04 MLU, 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

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What year was AD04 MLU registered?

AD04 MLU is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 June 2004.

Is AD04 MLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 MLU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD04 MLU have outstanding finance?

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