2004 Volkswagen Beetle 1.9L Diesel · SH53 ART
2004 Volkswagen Beetle (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/04/2004. Recorded mileage 96,500 miles. MOT valid until 21/10/2026. Taxed until 01/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/10/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/10/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,500 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1896cc
SH53 ART Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2025
- 96,500 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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SH53 ART Mileage History
- 20/10/202184,335 mi
- 11/10/202288,363 mi+4,028 mi
- 19/10/202391,758 mi+3,395 mi
- 22/10/202494,499 mi+2,741 mi
- 09/10/202596,500 mi+2,001 mi
Average of roughly 3,065 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SH53 ART 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 (SH53 ART) between October 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
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