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BT53 HSG

2003 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,295 mi
Last recorded73,295 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Beetle73,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 HSG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 73,295 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

all 4 x tyres perished

Pass 12 May 2017 68,930 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 65,284 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 65,284 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 63,412 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 63,412 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine management light on

Fail 1 Mar 2013 62,151 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 62,151 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 59,901 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 59,901 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 31 Dec 2010 526,713 miles

Nearside Outer Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 46,365 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 41,062 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 35,883 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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BT53 HSG is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 BT53 HSG, 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 BT53 HSG registered?

BT53 HSG is a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is BT53 HSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT53 HSG shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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