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BD03 NKU

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,504 mi
Last recorded96,504 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 NKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2020 96,504 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Feb 2020 96,504 miles

Driver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 93,642 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 90,692 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 87,581 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Feb 2017 87,581 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 1,188 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 1,188 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 76,949 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside rear tyre perrishing

Fail 20 Feb 2014 70,001 miles

ALL ROAD TYRES ARE PERRISHING

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 70,001 miles

ALL ROAD TYRES ARE PERRISHING

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 64,229 miles

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

windscreen scratched

Pass 27 Apr 2011 60,389 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 May 2010 55,962 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 48,340 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 42,341 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 31,744 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 17,736 miles

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

Offside 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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BD03 NKU is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 BD03 NKU, 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 BD03 NKU registered?

BD03 NKU is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is BD03 NKU safe to buy?

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