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AB03 AVA

2017 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

70,873 mi
Last recorded70,873 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Transporter58,230 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB03 AVA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 70,873 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 62,943 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 62,882 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 56,294 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *ON LEGAL LIMIT* (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *HEAVILY WORN ON INNER EDGE* (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged

Fail 21 Mar 2024 56,294 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *ON LEGAL LIMIT* (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *HEAVILY WORN ON INNER EDGE* (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged

Pass 6 Apr 2023 47,034 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 36,560 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Offside and nearside rear ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2022 36,560 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2021 27,930 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Offside and nearside rear ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 22,116 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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AB03 AVA is a 2017 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 58,230 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB03 AVA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 9 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB03 AVA registered?

AB03 AVA is a 2017 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 4 August 2017.

Is AB03 AVA safe to buy?

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