2003 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0L Petrol · FH53 NVC
2003 Volkswagen Beetle (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 99,916 miles. MOT valid until 04 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,916 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FH53 NVC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2025
- 99,916 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FH53 NVC 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 (FH53 NVC) between November 2021 and December 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Windscreen (5 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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.
FH53 NVC Mileage History
- 08/11/202190,012 mi
- 24/11/202292,135 mi+2,123 mi
- 30/11/202394,979 mi+2,844 mi
- 18/11/202498,429 mi+3,450 mi
- 02/12/202599,916 mi+1,487 mi
Average of roughly 2,436 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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