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AV03 GCF

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,359 mi
Last recorded79,359 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 GCF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 79,359 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 78,462 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2025 78,457 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 76,921 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner tread recommended replaced (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear window faulty slightly affecting driver's view

Pass 14 Mar 2023 75,159 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 74,269 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 73,218 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 73,206 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 72,540 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 70,136 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 67,509 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 64,715 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 61,776 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 58,618 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 58,618 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 56,489 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 54,423 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 51,882 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)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 51,882 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)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 50,265 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 49,111 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 44,968 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Apr 2009 44,968 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 119,248 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 27,937 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 27,937 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 22,978 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 GCF is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 AV03 GCF, 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 GCF registered?

AV03 GCF is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is AV03 GCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV03 GCF shows 27 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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