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AD03 PXJ

2003 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,124 mi
Last recorded121,124 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Transporter124,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 121,124 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 119,638 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 117,741 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 117,162 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 117,162 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 115,961 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 115,961 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 114,632 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 113,974 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 112,662 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 111,295 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 111,295 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 109,314 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 107,470 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 107,470 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 105,996 miles

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre cracking outer wall

Fail 31 Jul 2013 103,572 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

exhaust blow at front hanger

Pass 31 Jul 2013 103,572 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

exhaust blow at front hanger

Pass 15 Aug 2012 100,359 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 96,471 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s/r tyre worn outer edge

Pass 2 Aug 2010 92,690 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 83,801 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2008 73,568 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 62,374 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 46,411 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 PXJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PXJ, 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 PXJ registered?

AD03 PXJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is AD03 PXJ safe to buy?

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