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AJ03 LFK

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

95,307 mi
Last recorded95,307 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 LFK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2021 95,307 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 93,356 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2019 88,864 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2018 86,701 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 84,696 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Apr 2016 82,286 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 82,418 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2015 73,981 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2014 69,314 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 64,090 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2013 64,088 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 58,947 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 51,864 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 51,863 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2010 45,481 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 45,480 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 May 2009 39,620 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 31,817 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 24,684 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 24,682 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2006 21,399 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 LFK is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AJ03 LFK, 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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AJ03 LFK is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 May 2003.

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