2004 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0L Petrol · AF04 XZX
2004 Volkswagen Beetle (2.0L, petrol). First registered 05 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 120,178 miles. MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,178 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AF04 XZX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/09/2025
- 120,178 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AF04 XZX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Beetle (AF04 XZX) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Steering (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
AF04 XZX Mileage History
- 23/09/2022114,065 mi
- 30/08/2023115,995 mi+1,930 mi
- 30/08/2023115,995 mi
- 16/10/2024119,074 mi+3,079 mi
- 19/09/2025120,178 mi+1,104 mi
Average of roughly 2,045 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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