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AO03 MYF

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,071 mi
Last recorded98,071 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 MYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2013 98,071 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 3 Jul 2012 87,551 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

upper intake hose not fitted correctly

Pass 2 Apr 2011 73,689 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 65,095 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 65,095 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 57,039 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 47,765 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 35,961 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 26,797 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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AO03 MYF is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AO03 MYF, 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

How do I check the history of AO03 MYF?

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What year was AO03 MYF registered?

AO03 MYF is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is AO03 MYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 MYF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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