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AF03 RYG

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,945 mi
Last recorded91,945 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 RYG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 91,945 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 72,904 miles

Play in front anti roll bar bushes

Split in brake servo hose

Pass 28 Feb 2017 64,524 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre wearing slightly on inner edge & close to wear indicators

Offside Rear tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

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

both front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2016 61,812 miles

Centre exhaust bracket corroded and insecure

Small splits in n/s and o/s/f lower arm rear bushes

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 58,232 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 54,517 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 51,173 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 47,944 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 47,944 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 43,146 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Feb 2010 37,939 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 31,999 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 31,999 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 25,298 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 18,799 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 14,283 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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AF03 RYG is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AF03 RYG, 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 AF03 RYG registered?

AF03 RYG is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is AF03 RYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 RYG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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