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AV03 FKP

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

69,622 mi
Last recorded69,622 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 FKP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 69,622 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 63,456 miles

Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance both sides (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 6 Mar 2017 63,455 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance both sides (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 58,163 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Temporary petrol cap fitted

Fail 3 Mar 2016 58,163 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Temporary petrol cap fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2015 52,573 miles

high level stop light not working

offside front indicator lens poor condition

Fail 3 Mar 2015 52,573 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

offside front indicator lens poor condition

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

high level stop light not working

Pass 1 Mar 2014 48,289 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front wiper blades poor condition

offside front indicator lens poor condition

Fail 28 Feb 2014 48,289 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front wiper blades poor condition

offside front indicator lens poor condition

Pass 28 Feb 2013 45,196 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 45,196 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 Mar 2012 40,972 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 40,972 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 36,202 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 36,202 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 27 Feb 2010 31,819 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 31,819 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 28,309 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 24,184 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 24,184 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 19,689 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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AV03 FKP is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV03 FKP, 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 AV03 FKP registered?

AV03 FKP is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is AV03 FKP safe to buy?

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