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A9 RME

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

63,565 mi
Last recorded63,565 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 RME
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 63,565 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 59,367 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 55,297 miles

Near side front tyre cracking on edges

Pass 21 Jun 2022 51,198 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 47,274 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 42,531 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2019 42,531 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Dec 2018 38,845 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2018 38,845 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Dec 2017 37,290 miles

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

Fail 27 Dec 2017 37,290 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2016 35,118 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2015 31,416 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 27,400 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014 27,400 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 26,328 miles

exhaust bracket broken but it is secure

Pass 29 Dec 2012 24,309 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 19,006 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 19,006 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 12,824 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 10,927 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 9,203 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 7,350 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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A9 RME is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 A9 RME, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A9 RME registered?

A9 RME is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is A9 RME safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 RME shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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