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AD03 PLZ

2003 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

232,094 mi
Last recorded232,094 miles
Recorded on30 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Transporter124,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 May 2013 232,094 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 May 2013 232,094 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 196,836 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 159,049 miles

o/s steering rack slight movement

o/s/f tyre worn to 2.5mm

Pass 9 Jun 2010 128,082 miles

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

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

Oil leak

slight movement in area of offside and nearside steering

Fail 8 Jun 2010 128,082 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Oil leak

slight movement in area of offside and nearside steering

Pass 1 May 2008 67,432 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 67,431 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

center brake light bulbs not working

pedal rubber slight split

rear pads low

roofbar sidelight bulb not working

Pass 27 Apr 2007 52,946 miles

advice both rear top brake lights inoprative?

advice o/s/r top indicator inoprative

Pass 26 Apr 2006 42,363 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 PLZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PLZ, 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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What year was AD03 PLZ registered?

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

Is AD03 PLZ safe to buy?

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