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AJ03 KXD

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

81,212 mi
Last recorded81,212 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 KXD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 81,212 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 75,301 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 71,796 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 69,492 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 66,625 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 66,625 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 62,456 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 59,998 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 57,514 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 25 Jan 2019 57,514 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 54,374 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 51,673 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 48,219 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 46,413 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2014 43,191 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2013 38,997 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 35,361 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 32,923 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 28,579 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 28,579 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 24,918 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 22,877 miles

ADVISE SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S O/S STEERING RACK TRACK RODS

ADVISE SLIGHT SMEAR ON FRONT WIPERS

Fail 24 Apr 2007 20,207 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 20,207 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 17,242 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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AJ03 KXD is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 AJ03 KXD, 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 AJ03 KXD registered?

AJ03 KXD is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is AJ03 KXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ03 KXD shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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