MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
128,146 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Headlamp not working on main beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) offside steering rack inner ball joint (2.3 (a) (i))
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
offfside front fog lamp cover damaged
offside rear number plate lamp cover missing
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AF53 UZY is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.
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 AF53 UZY, 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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What year was AF53 UZY registered?
AF53 UZY is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2003.
Is AF53 UZY safe to buy?
The MOT history for AF53 UZY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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