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AC03 MFE

2003 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

129,331 mi
Last recorded129,331 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Golf90,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 MFE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 129,331 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 122,101 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 113,624 miles

Oil leak

Fail 5 Jul 2013 113,624 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 16 May 2012 103,112 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 May 2011 94,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2011 94,198 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 83,864 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear brake pads getting low

Fail 11 May 2010 83,864 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 19 May 2009 73,092 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Pass 16 May 2008 61,236 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 55,498 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 38,537 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 MFE is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MFE, 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 MFE registered?

AC03 MFE is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is AC03 MFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC03 MFE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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