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A10 VON

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,904 mi
Last recorded87,904 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 VON
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 87,904 miles

Nearside Front macpherson strut top mount has slight play

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on its inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 78,005 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 78,001 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 68,395 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 67,560 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 66,471 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 65,589 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 57,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front wiper blade split at end but still clears screen

Pass 8 Jan 2014 57,928 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front wiper blade split at end but still clears screen

Pass 11 Jan 2013 49,414 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 41,663 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 34,654 miles

Baby seat fitted to N/S/F

Front discs worn and pitted on inner edge

Plastic cover fitted to engine

Slight play in N/S/F top shock mount

Fail 30 Dec 2010 34,654 miles

Baby seat fitted to N/S/F

Front discs worn and pitted on inner edge

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Plastic cover fitted to engine

Slight play in N/S/F top shock mount

Pass 30 Dec 2009 38,070 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 22,689 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Dec 2007 18,830 miles

advise headlight aim is only just up to standard

o/s/f tyre has slight damage to side wall

Pass 4 Jan 2007 13,534 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 13,332 miles

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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A10 VON is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 73,703 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 A10 VON, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A10 VON registered?

A10 VON is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is A10 VON safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 VON shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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