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AD03 VSP

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

83,171 mi
Last recorded83,171 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 VSP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 83,171 miles

Nearside Rear sill has surface corrosion

Offside Front sill has damage

Offside Rear sill corrosion has surface corrosion

Pass 20 Aug 2020 76,973 miles

damage to offside outer sill at front

surface corrosion to nearside outer sill at rear

Pass 19 Aug 2019 70,897 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 70,897 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 60,502 miles

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

corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 7 Aug 2017 49,070 miles

corrosion to nearside outer sill

damage to both outer sills

rear tyres cracking with age

Fail 4 Aug 2017 49,070 miles

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

corrosion to nearside outer sill

damage to both outer sills

rear tyres cracking with age

Pass 15 Aug 2016 41,165 miles

rear tyres cracking with age

rear tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 21 Aug 2015 36,213 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Aug 2015 36,213 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 30,196 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

both front tyres worn smooth on edges(alignment issue)

exhaust centre pipe mounting bracket brocken but exhaust still secure

Fail 8 Aug 2014 30,196 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

both front tyres worn smooth on edges(alignment issue)

exhaust centre pipe mounting bracket brocken but exhaust still secure

Pass 31 Jul 2013 27,273 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)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 27,266 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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 20 Aug 2012 25,005 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 25,005 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 21,608 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 18,601 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Aug 2009 15,426 miles

advise to have tracking checked/ realligned due to wear on front tyres

offside beam pattern slightly diffused

offside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 18 Aug 2008 11,197 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 8,432 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 4,190 miles

front brake hoses secured with cable ties

Fail 25 Aug 2006 4,190 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.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 VSP is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VSP, 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 AD03 VSP registered?

AD03 VSP is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is AD03 VSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 VSP shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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