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BJ53 UGG

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

113,612 mi
Last recorded113,612 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 UGG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 113,612 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 113,612 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 104,643 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2019 104,643 miles

Emissions NOx sensor obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Fail 9 Dec 2019 104,421 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

items removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 7 Dec 2018 95,276 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 89,445 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 80,749 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 71,805 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 63,671 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 57,000 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 57,000 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

centre exhaust hanging bracket broken

Pass 6 Dec 2012 52,458 miles

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

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

centre exhaust hanging bracket broken but system still supported

nearside sill damaged

Pass 9 Dec 2011 46,743 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Fail 10 Dec 2010 41,925 miles

FRONT DISCS ARE WORN & LIPPED.......Thanx....

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

PLAY NOTED IN BOTH FRONT UPPER SUSPENSION MOUNTS...(O/S MORESO).....

Pass 10 Dec 2010 41,925 miles

FRONT DISCS ARE WORN & LIPPED.......Thanx....

PLAY NOTED IN BOTH FRONT UPPER SUSPENSION MOUNTS...(O/S MORESO).....

Pass 2 Dec 2009 34,816 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2009 34,815 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 29,002 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 25,480 miles

Both front tyres wearing inner edges.

Pass 15 Sep 2006 19,673 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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BJ53 UGG is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BJ53 UGG, 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.

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BJ53 UGG is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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