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BG53 ZVU

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

24,563 mi
Last recorded24,563 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2006
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 ZVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2006 24,563 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 24,563 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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BG53 ZVU is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG53 ZVU, 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 BG53 ZVU?

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What year was BG53 ZVU registered?

BG53 ZVU is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is BG53 ZVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 ZVU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG53 ZVU have outstanding finance?

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