2003 Volkswagen Beetle 1.6L Petrol · AE53 VVG
2003 Volkswagen Beetle (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 128,410 miles. MOT expired on 04 Apr 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,410 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AE53 VVG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/03/2025
- 128,410 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AE53 VVG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Beetle (AE53 VVG) between April 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
AE53 VVG Mileage History
- 06/04/2023121,140 mi
- 08/03/2024124,399 mi+3,259 mi
- 08/03/2024124,399 mi
- 19/03/2025128,410 mi+4,011 mi
- 19/03/2025128,410 mi
Average of roughly 3,725 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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