2003 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0L Petrol · NC03 EXB
2003 Volkswagen Beetle (2.0L, petrol). First registered 17 Jun 2003. Recorded mileage 92,174 miles. MOT valid until 28 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,174 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NC03 EXB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2026
- 92,174 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NC03 EXB 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 (NC03 EXB) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 May 2026 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: Lighting (10 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.
NC03 EXB Mileage History
- 07/05/202486,568 mi
- 28/05/202589,599 mi+3,031 mi
- 30/05/202586,599 mi-3,000 mi
- 18/05/202692,172 mi+5,573 mi
- 20/05/202692,174 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 2,756 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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