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AV03 NNX

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

103,839 mi
Last recorded103,839 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 NNX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 103,839 miles

both front track rod end ball joint dust covers in poor condition and perished

damage to nearside sill

engine management light on dash

nearside rear tyre low on tread on inner edge

Fail 10 Aug 2016 103,839 miles

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

both front track rod end ball joint dust covers in poor condition and perished

damage to nearside sill

engine management light on dash

nearside rear tyre low on tread on inner edge

Pass 18 Sep 2015 100,216 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 86,296 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 83,126 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 83,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 79,243 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2012 77,390 miles

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

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

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

offside front tyre worn outer edge. top brake light not working

Pass 3 Aug 2012 77,390 miles

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

offside front tyre worn outer edge. top brake light not working

Pass 7 Jul 2011 70,992 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 64,630 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 64,628 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 57,529 miles

rear brake out of balance n/s 200 o/s 150

wheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked n/s/f trim missing

Pass 5 Jul 2008 44,760 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

both front tyres treads starting to crack

wheel; trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

Fail 5 Jul 2008 44,760 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both front tyres treads starting to crack

wheel; trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

Pass 22 Feb 2007 33,513 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 24,435 miles

Nearside 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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AV03 NNX is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 NNX, 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 NNX registered?

AV03 NNX is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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