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AD03 AHY

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

129,986 mi
Last recorded129,986 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 AHY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 129,986 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush Both front D bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2017 122,601 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 111,737 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Various (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 105,023 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 99,007 miles

offside door mirror cracked

Fail 27 Dec 2013 99,007 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

offside door mirror cracked

Pass 2 Jan 2013 91,217 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 79,440 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 68,400 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 68,400 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 66,995 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 65,022 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 61,261 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 58,437 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 56,381 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 53,112 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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AD03 AHY is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AD03 AHY, 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 AD03 AHY registered?

AD03 AHY is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is AD03 AHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 AHY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD03 AHY have outstanding finance?

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