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AD03 LDF

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

193,833 mi
Last recorded193,833 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 LDF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 193,833 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower arm's inner bushings worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn in side edge and tread depth at 1.91mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower arm's inner bushings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn in side edge and tread depth at 2.21mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside rear light outer lens cover broken

Fail 3 Aug 2020 193,818 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Non reflective areas (0.1 (d))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower arm's inner bushings worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn in side edge and tread depth at 1.91mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower arm's inner bushings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn in side edge and tread depth at 2.21mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside rear light outer lens cover broken

Pass 28 Aug 2019 174,953 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Lens slightly damaged

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 161,377 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output req polishing (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 151,545 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 141,415 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 141,415 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 132,834 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 132,834 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 12 Aug 2014 123,486 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 123,486 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 114,594 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 107,377 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 98,760 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 89,657 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 81,420 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 73,524 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 65,889 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 65,889 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 51,390 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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AD03 LDF is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 106,820 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD03 LDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD03 LDF registered?

AD03 LDF is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is AD03 LDF safe to buy?

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