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AP03 FEU

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

153,675 mi
Last recorded153,675 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 FEU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2018 153,675 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 145,107 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Nov 2017 145,107 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 136,187 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2016 136,187 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 126,165 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 116,811 miles

slight bind o/s/r brake

Pass 19 Oct 2013 107,958 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 99,244 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 99,244 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 89,491 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 89,490 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 78,246 miles

Offside rear wheel slightly buckled

Pass 4 Nov 2009 65,986 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 52,931 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 40,697 miles

Exhaust centre bracket broken off on welds,but still secure to vehicle

Pass 25 Oct 2006 26,837 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 24,632 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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AP03 FEU is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AP03 FEU, 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 AP03 FEU registered?

AP03 FEU is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is AP03 FEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 FEU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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