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BN03 SXZ

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,686 mi
Last recorded111,686 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 SXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 111,686 miles

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

engine management light showing fault with engine

Fail 20 Jan 2017 111,686 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear lens missing (1.1.C.1f)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working both lights (1.1.C.1d)

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

engine management light showing fault with engine

reverse light lens missing

Pass 16 Nov 2015 94,070 miles

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

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

inner steering arm play

Pass 25 Nov 2013 80,744 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 73,080 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 73,076 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 9 May 2011 63,978 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 59,440 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 48,599 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 41,762 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 40,250 miles

ADVISE N/S/F TYRE ON LEGAL LIMIT ON EDGES

ADVISE SLIGHT SMEAR ON FRONT WIPERS

Pass 5 Dec 2006 31,698 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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BN03 SXZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BN03 SXZ, 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 BN03 SXZ registered?

BN03 SXZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is BN03 SXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 SXZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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