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AO03 VMX

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

98,215 mi
Last recorded98,215 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 VMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 98,215 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer sill corroded

exhaust duct corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2024 96,318 miles

Offside Front Outer sill corroded

exhaust duct corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2023 93,845 miles

Central exhaust duct corroded

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Outer sill corrded front amd rear

Fail 12 Sep 2023 93,845 miles

Central exhaust duct corroded

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Outer sill corrded front amd rear

Pass 5 Sep 2022 90,438 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

exhaust duct along with exhaust clamps corroded

Pass 13 Sep 2021 89,896 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 89,896 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 88,890 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 87,130 miles
Pass 10 May 2018
Pass 11 May 2017 80,973 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 77,909 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2015 75,019 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

centre stop light inoperative

Pass 29 Apr 2014 72,263 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 68,439 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2012 65,094 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 61,720 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 56,484 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 May 2009 49,154 miles

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)

Fail 1 May 2009 49,055 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 8 May 2008 42,155 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2007 34,960 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 25,652 miles

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

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

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 VMX is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 VMX, 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 AO03 VMX registered?

AO03 VMX is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is AO03 VMX safe to buy?

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