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AA52 KAT

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

181,655 mi
Last recorded181,655 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA52 KAT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2015 181,655 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment n/s and o/s front (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s indicators flashing fast intermittently

Pass 18 Sep 2014 173,222 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s and o/s rear brakes slightly tight

Pass 16 Sep 2013 166,773 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 157,873 miles

Offside Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 146,201 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 135,230 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 117,954 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 98,082 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2007 77,974 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 56,660 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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AA52 KAT is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AA52 KAT, 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 AA52 KAT registered?

AA52 KAT is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 August 2003.

Is AA52 KAT safe to buy?

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