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AC03 BFX

2003 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,429 mi
Last recorded131,429 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Golf90,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 BFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 131,429 miles

Nearside steering arm slight play

Pass 3 May 2016 129,282 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 129,282 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2015 125,543 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 122,606 miles

Front wheel slightly binding

OSF tyre smooth inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 May 2014 122,606 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front wheel slightly binding

OSF tyre smooth inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2013 117,333 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 110,649 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 102,764 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 May 2010 91,075 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 81,641 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 May 2009 81,641 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 May 2008 61,704 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 44,584 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 34,547 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AC03 BFX is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 90,330 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC03 BFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC03 BFX registered?

AC03 BFX is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is AC03 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC03 BFX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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