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AX03 XSA

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Cream Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

92,555 mi
Last recorded92,555 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 XSA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2014 92,555 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 1 Apr 2014 92,555 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 83,413 miles

centre exhaust bracket broken.

Pass 2 Mar 2012 74,317 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 65,381 miles

Nearside front lower (rear) suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated but not yet resulting in excessive movement

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 65,381 miles

Nearside front lower (rear) suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated but not yet resulting in excessive movement

Pass 1 Apr 2010 59,989 miles

Boot not opening. Not essential for this vehicle's test

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside front indicator lens damaged. Temporary fix applied.

Fail 1 Apr 2010 59,985 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front indicator lens damaged. Temporary fix applied.

Pass 9 Mar 2009 57,340 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 50,256 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 40,536 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 XSA is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Cream with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 XSA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AX03 XSA?

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What year was AX03 XSA registered?

AX03 XSA is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is AX03 XSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 XSA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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