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BL03 ESU

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,394 mi
Last recorded130,394 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 ESU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Dec 2019 130,394 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 124,504 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 118,527 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 56,206 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)

o/s/r hand brake lever not returning to its stop

various scratches and dents all around car!!

Pass 26 Jul 2006 47,787 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nail in tyre

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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BL03 ESU is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BL03 ESU, 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 BL03 ESU registered?

BL03 ESU is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is BL03 ESU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL03 ESU shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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