The road tax status for EX04 NBL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for EX04 NBL?

The MOT for EX04 NBL is valid and due for renewal on or before 30 October 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of EX04 NBL?

The recorded mileage for EX04 NBL is 136,732 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is EX04 NBL ULEZ compliant?

No, EX04 NBL does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2004 Volkswagen Beetle 1.9L Diesel · EX04 NBL

EX04 NBL

2004 Volkswagen Beetle (1.9L, diesel). First registered 12/03/2004. Recorded mileage 136,732 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
Year / Origin: 2004 · Chelmsford
MOT Status: Valid until 30/10/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 136,732 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 30/10/2025

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Mileage: 136,732 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2004
Engine: 1896cc

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EX04 NBL Key Findings

23 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 31/10/2024
136,732 miles recorded at latest MOT
5 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (17 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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EX04 NBL Mileage History

06/03/200724,015 mi
15/03/200833,760 mi+9,745 mi
13/03/200942,240 mi+8,480 mi
16/03/201048,594 mi+6,354 mi
10/03/201155,078 mi+6,484 mi
08/03/201261,927 mi+6,849 mi
08/03/201369,337 mi+7,410 mi
11/03/201475,789 mi+6,452 mi
26/02/201581,520 mi+5,731 mi
26/02/201581,520 mi
11/03/201687,249 mi+5,729 mi
29/03/201792,860 mi+5,611 mi
30/03/201792,861 mi+1 mi
15/03/201899,115 mi+6,254 mi
15/03/201899,115 mi
01/04/2019105,876 mi+6,761 mi
30/09/2020111,611 mi+5,735 mi
14/10/2020111,622 mi+11 mi
30/09/2021113,544 mi+1,922 mi
22/10/2022122,354 mi+8,810 mi
16/10/2023129,165 mi+6,811 mi
18/10/2024136,558 mi+7,393 mi
31/10/2024136,732 mi+174 mi

Average of roughly 6,384 miles per year across 23 recorded odometer readings.

EX04 NBL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 26 Sept 2026, 23:20

MOT Analysis

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23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Beetle (EX04 NBL) between March 2007 and October 2024.

The record contains 18 passes and 5 failures.

The most recent test on 31 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (17 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 43 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”.

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