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AD03 KMF

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

166,176 mi
Last recorded166,176 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 KMF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 166,176 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 158,672 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated brake hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 152,261 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 28 Jul 2023 152,254 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Jul 2022 146,493 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre feathered inner edge

Fail 25 Jul 2022 146,493 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear tyre feathered inner edge

Pass 29 Jul 2021 139,581 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 131,512 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre feathered inner edge

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 121,129 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 111,675 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 111,675 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 May 2017 101,736 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 101,732 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2016 92,778 miles

Nearside Rear tyre unevenly worn

Offside Front tyre worn on inner tread shoulder

Pass 5 May 2015 83,865 miles

nearside rear tyre unevenly worn

Pass 6 May 2014 76,796 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 68,683 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 May 2013 68,683 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 63,377 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 60,411 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 58,718 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 12 May 2009 54,681 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 51,345 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 44,177 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 33,555 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)

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 KMF is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow 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 AD03 KMF, 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 KMF registered?

AD03 KMF is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 May 2003.

Is AD03 KMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 KMF shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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