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BD52 XRE

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,891 mi
Last recorded64,891 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 XRE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 64,891 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 64,220 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 62,679 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 59,844 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 57,087 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 53,649 miles

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

both front tyres cracking outer wall

Pass 19 Oct 2015 50,977 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 48,053 miles

tyres slight cracking

Pass 14 Nov 2013 44,955 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 44,955 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 42,433 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 39,672 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 37,266 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

offside front tyre cracking

Pass 24 Nov 2009 34,687 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)

both front tyres perished

both registration plates damaged

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 6 Dec 2007 28,822 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 22,123 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 16,913 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 16,913 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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BD52 XRE is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BD52 XRE, 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 BD52 XRE registered?

BD52 XRE is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 January 2003.

Is BD52 XRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 XRE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BD52 XRE have outstanding finance?

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