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AD03 DWZ

2003 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

149,379 mi
Last recorded149,379 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Transporter124,259 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 DWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 149,379 miles

Brake pad wear warning light on

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 May 2024 148,739 miles
Fail 24 May 2024 148,736 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 24 May 2023 147,690 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 146,749 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 145,552 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 144,340 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 143,387 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 143,383 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2018 142,354 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 140,223 miles

front tyres uneven wear on inner edges

Pass 24 May 2016 138,236 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 135,436 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 132,083 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 May 2014 132,083 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 May 2013 126,866 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 17 May 2013 126,655 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 May 2012 119,568 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 113,576 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 107,321 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 107,320 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2009 100,531 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 22 May 2008 91,462 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2008 91,451 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 21 May 2007 77,323 miles

offside mirror damaged

windscreen damaged

Pass 24 May 2006 61,275 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

front brake discs wearing thin

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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AD03 DWZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 124,259 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AD03 DWZ, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD03 DWZ registered?

AD03 DWZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 28 May 2003.

Is AD03 DWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 DWZ shows 26 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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