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AX03 GZT

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

156,068 mi
Last recorded156,068 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 GZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2019 156,068 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 156,058 miles

Emissions not tested ENGINE MISFIRES (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn PLUS RUBBER SPLIT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt INNER SPLIT (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 May 2018 149,275 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

wipers poor

Pass 12 May 2017 135,518 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Fail 12 May 2017 135,518 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2016 129,181 miles

Nearside Front slight play in steering rack inner joints

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

Fail 5 May 2016 129,181 miles

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

Nearside Front slight play in steering rack inner joints

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 123,152 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 123,150 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 May 2014 115,502 miles

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

steering rack inner tie rod ball joints have play,advise replacement

Pass 5 Jun 2013 108,028 miles

front tyres on legal limit

nearside front steering rack inner joint has slight play

Pass 14 Jun 2012 100,744 miles

front discs rusted o/s/r pads thin

Pass 3 Jun 2011 92,905 miles

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

Nearside steering rack end slightly worn

Fail 3 Jun 2011 92,905 miles

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

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

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

Nearside steering rack end slightly worn

Pass 8 Jun 2010 85,887 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 77,229 miles

Had to inflate offside front tyre

Slight wear in nearside front inner track rod end

Pass 27 May 2008 71,428 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 66,219 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 49,048 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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AX03 GZT is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AX03 GZT, 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 AX03 GZT registered?

AX03 GZT is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 July 2003.

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