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A21 HML

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,849 mi
Last recorded108,849 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 HML
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 108,849 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 108,849 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Jul 2024 106,022 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 102,204 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 102,180 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 97,994 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 97,994 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 95,752 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2021 95,752 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 93,455 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 90,166 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 86,414 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 86,414 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 82,942 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 78,494 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 72,587 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 69,024 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 62,505 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 58,414 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 53,305 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 50,457 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 50,311 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 47,282 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 37,137 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 29,064 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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A21 HML is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A21 HML, 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 A21 HML registered?

A21 HML is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is A21 HML safe to buy?

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