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AD04 ZRC

2004 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,035 mi
Last recorded154,035 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Beetle71,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 ZRC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2016 154,035 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 137,156 miles

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2014 121,318 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 105,043 miles

Exhaust rear silencer outer skin corroded

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 91,117 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 80,005 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 68,483 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

O/s/r handbrake pivot on caliper not fully retracting.

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 57,458 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 45,106 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 31,558 miles

both rear tyres showing uneven wear on inside edges

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 ZRC is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests 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 AD04 ZRC, 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 ZRC registered?

AD04 ZRC is a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 June 2004.

Is AD04 ZRC safe to buy?

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