2003 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0L Petrol · NE52 DYL
2003 Volkswagen Beetle (2.0L, petrol). First registered 19 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 117,063 miles. MOT valid until 02 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,063 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NE52 DYL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/11/2025
- 117,063 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NE52 DYL 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 (NE52 DYL) between October 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 November 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: Lighting (11 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 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: “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
NE52 DYL Mileage History
- 16/10/2023104,067 mi
- 14/10/2024108,700 mi+4,633 mi
- 15/10/2024108,757 mi+57 mi
- 15/10/2025117,063 mi+8,306 mi
- 03/11/2025117,063 mi
Average of roughly 6,338 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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