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AE03 XOD

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

97,834 mi
Last recorded97,834 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 XOD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 97,834 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 95,626 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 93,734 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 91,808 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2022 91,726 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 90,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 89,372 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Aug 2019 87,454 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 84,971 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 81,924 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 75,577 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 74,680 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 71,518 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 68,191 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 64,822 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 61,889 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 59,888 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 56,800 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 50,746 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 7 Aug 2007 39,209 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 26,871 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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AE03 XOD is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 AE03 XOD, 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 AE03 XOD registered?

AE03 XOD is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is AE03 XOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 XOD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE03 XOD have outstanding finance?

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