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AX53 FXY

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

94,408 mi
Last recorded94,408 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 FXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 94,408 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 88,052 miles

Rear Both rear tyres are getting low down too around 3mm ..legal limit is 1.6mm

Pass 2 Nov 2023 79,889 miles

Front Both front tyres tread on 3mm.

Pass 25 Oct 2022 70,316 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2022 70,316 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 63,733 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 63,533 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 62,740 miles

Offside Front Upper Slight play in Top mount on shock absorber

Pass 12 Jul 2018 61,252 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 59,260 miles

N/S/F wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated.

Fail 21 Jul 2017 59,260 miles

N/S/F wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated.

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 57,628 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 55,752 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2013 52,644 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 51,079 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2011 48,383 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 45,695 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 41,059 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2008 34,507 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 28,366 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 21,539 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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AX53 FXY is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AX53 FXY, 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

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What year was AX53 FXY registered?

AX53 FXY is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is AX53 FXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 FXY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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