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AE03 XOM

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests32 (21 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate65.6%

Mileage

127,960 mi
Last recorded127,960 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 11 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 127,960 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2026 127,654 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 120,840 miles

Both headlamps faded and starting to affect pattern

Fail 25 Jun 2025 120,519 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Both headlamps faded and starting to affect pattern

Pass 8 Jul 2024 113,197 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 113,197 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 106,016 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 106,011 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 24 May 2022 102,467 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 102,467 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 17 May 2021 99,908 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 99,894 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 97,499 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Jun 2020 97,486 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 95,371 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 95,370 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 May 2018 93,253 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 88,158 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 88,157 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 16 May 2016 86,109 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 81,158 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 77,031 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 72,575 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 72,575 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 May 2012 66,769 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 59,445 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 51,782 miles

Centre exhaust silencer bracket rusted

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 May 2009 51,577 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 45,271 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 45,271 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

(ADVISE)BOTH FRONT DISC'S CORRODED AND PADS WEARING LOW AND GETTING CLOSE TO WEAR SENSOR.

(ADVISE)BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING OLW ON TREAD AT 2/3/2 MM.

(ADVISE)NAIL IN N/S/R OUTER TYRE RUN.

Pass 26 Apr 2007 37,236 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 27,611 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 XOM is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.6%.

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 AE03 XOM, 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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AE03 XOM is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 May 2003.

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