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BP03 NPJ

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

76,913 mi
Last recorded76,913 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 NPJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 76,913 miles

Offside Front tyre has small cut to outer sidewall not to cords

osf tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 9 Aug 2017 76,913 miles

Offside Front tyre has small cut to outer sidewall not to cords

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

osf tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Jul 2016 64,632 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 56,266 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 47,953 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)

mid exhaust bracket fractured but exhaust still adequately supported.

Pass 2 Aug 2013 42,426 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 36,181 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 31,869 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 26,588 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 20,266 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 17,942 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 15,376 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 15,376 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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BP03 NPJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BP03 NPJ, 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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What year was BP03 NPJ registered?

BP03 NPJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 August 2003.

Is BP03 NPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP03 NPJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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