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AD52 RVU

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

64,128 mi
Last recorded64,128 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 RVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2015 64,128 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 61,892 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 59,866 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 55,842 miles

Centre exhaust mounting has corroded off,exhaust is still secure

Nearside rear brake disc is corroded & pitted

Nearside rear tyre has a split in inner tyre wall marked in yellow,unable to see how deep,advise change tyre.

Fail 12 Jun 2012 55,842 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Centre exhaust mounting has corroded off,exhaust is still secure

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

Nearside rear brake disc is corroded & pitted

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear tyre has a split in inner tyre wall marked in yellow,unable to see how deep,advise change tyre.

Pass 9 Jun 2011 52,534 miles

REAR BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN/PITTED.

Pass 11 Jun 2010 46,461 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 46,461 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 40,304 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 35,986 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 17 Dec 2008 35,986 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2008 32,325 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 24,516 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 19,229 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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AD52 RVU is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 AD52 RVU, 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

How do I check the history of AD52 RVU?

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What year was AD52 RVU registered?

AD52 RVU is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 February 2003.

Is AD52 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 RVU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD52 RVU have outstanding finance?

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