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BN03 UDE

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

118,997 mi
Last recorded118,997 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 UDE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 118,997 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement strong advise (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement strong advise (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 May 2016 113,573 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2016 113,573 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 9 May 2015 97,053 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

emission test close to limits

engine light on

front wipers poor

n/s/r outer sill corroded

rear discs corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2014 75,819 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)

engine light

Pass 27 Apr 2013 55,120 miles

engine light on

front wipers poor

o/s mirror damaged

Pass 28 Apr 2012 47,145 miles

engine light on

o/s mirror damaged

Pass 7 May 2011 41,116 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

offside wing mirror broken

Fail 26 Apr 2011 41,113 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

offside wing mirror broken

Pass 1 May 2010 36,421 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear number plate discolured

Pass 2 May 2009 30,470 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear number plate seperating/in poor condition

Pass 10 May 2008 27,577 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

some corrosion to rear discs

Pass 5 May 2007 25,963 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres badly worn on inner edge

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 12 May 2006 23,358 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)

Fail 10 May 2006 23,360 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 22,964 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 22,962 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.D3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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BN03 UDE is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 UDE, 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 UDE registered?

BN03 UDE is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is BN03 UDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 UDE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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