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AD04 UHP

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

183,885 mi
Last recorded183,885 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 UHP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 183,885 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 1 Feb 2019 183,885 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Front Stop lamp(s) all not working both (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 180,460 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 178,171 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 107,455 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside front and nearside rear (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit x 2 (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit x 2 (4.1.E.1)

play in rack end

Pass 26 Jan 2015 150,376 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 127,226 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 106,791 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 84,664 miles

Front brake discs rusty

Pass 16 Jul 2010 56,613 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 40,794 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 33,431 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 27,427 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 27,427 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 UHP is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AD04 UHP, 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 AD04 UHP registered?

AD04 UHP is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 July 2004.

Is AD04 UHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 UHP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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