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BF03 NBE

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

76,218 mi
Last recorded76,218 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 NBE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 76,218 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 75,353 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 74,640 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 74,636 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 73,555 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 73,103 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 72,795 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 72,792 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 71,487 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 69,999 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2018 69,985 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 10 May 2017 68,480 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 66,579 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 64,814 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 62,815 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 61,456 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 59,572 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 57,159 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 54,642 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 52,179 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 49,724 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 45,721 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 35,698 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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BF03 NBE is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 BF03 NBE, 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 BF03 NBE registered?

BF03 NBE is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BF03 NBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 NBE shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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