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AE53 HJA

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

109,713 mi
Last recorded109,713 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 HJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2021 109,713 miles

Offside Front Outersill has corrosion

Pass 13 Feb 2020 99,424 miles

Advise Slight Corrosion to outersills

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 96,326 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2019 96,326 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid toped up fluid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 93,231 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 93,186 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 90,278 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both approx 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens deteriorating - polishing recommended (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens deteriorating - polishing recommended (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 87,622 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at mounting bracket joint (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)

Rear coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components

engine management warning lamp illuminated on dashboard display

front brake discs slightly worn

rear brake discs slightly worn

under vehicle covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Fail 15 Jan 2016 87,620 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint slight blow (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)

Rear coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components

engine management warning lamp illuminated on dashboard display

front brake discs slightly worn

rear brake discs slightly worn

under vehicle covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 17 Jan 2015 82,066 miles

nearside rear tyre perrished + nail

offside front tyre wearing inner

Pass 23 Jan 2014 80,644 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 78,566 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 62,636 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 54,247 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 45,549 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2009 41,244 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 36,353 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 29,576 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 23,090 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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AE53 HJA is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AE53 HJA, 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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AE53 HJA is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 September 2003.

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