2003 Volkswagen Beetle 1.9L Diesel · OU03 HFC
2003 Volkswagen Beetle (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 2003. Recorded mileage 182,792 miles. MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 182,792 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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OU03 HFC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/07/2025
- 182,792 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
OU03 HFC 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 (OU03 HFC) between March 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
OU03 HFC Mileage History
- 04/03/2022174,185 mi
- 08/06/2023178,850 mi+4,665 mi
- 13/07/2024181,529 mi+2,679 mi
- 13/07/2024181,529 mi
- 23/07/2025182,792 mi+1,263 mi
Average of roughly 2,541 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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