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AD03 PKZ

2003 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

173,448 mi
Last recorded173,448 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Transporter124,259 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 PKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 173,448 miles

Central Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 24 Feb 2022 173,448 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 150,660 miles

Central Front Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Under tray fitted at time of test

Fail 10 Feb 2021 150,660 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Central Front Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Under tray fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Feb 2020 140,878 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 140,878 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 132,143 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 123,479 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 6 Feb 2018 123,477 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 119,863 miles

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

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 119,863 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 117,229 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 115,274 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 23 Feb 2015 115,274 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 112,286 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 108,439 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 100,840 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 90,570 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip wearing

No plate lamps dim

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 79,073 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 67,994 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 60,127 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 60,127 miles

Centre Front Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 47,451 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 36,802 miles

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 PKZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 PKZ, 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.

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AD03 PKZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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