2003 Volkswagen Beetle 1.9L Diesel · NG53 LKE
2003 Volkswagen Beetle (1.9L, diesel). First registered 20 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 113,773 miles. MOT expired on 08 Oct 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Oct 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 113,773 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NG53 LKE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2024
- 113,773 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NG53 LKE 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 (NG53 LKE) between August 2022 and October 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
NG53 LKE Mileage History
- 16/08/2022105,078 mi
- 30/08/2023110,824 mi+5,746 mi
- 05/09/2023110,825 mi+1 mi
- 02/10/2024120,719 mi+9,894 mi
- 09/10/2024113,773 mi-6,946 mi
Average of roughly 4,047 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: 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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