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AD03 PXZ

2003 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

301,468 mi
Last recorded301,468 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Transporter124,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Fail 2 Dec 2021 301,468 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 291,304 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 291,304 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 280,318 miles

brake wear sensor warning light illuminated

Fail 12 Nov 2019 280,318 miles

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

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

brake wear sensor warning light illuminated

Pass 25 Oct 2018 261,587 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Oct 2018 261,586 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 245,220 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 24 Oct 2017 245,217 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Emissions not tested back box hanging off (7.3.A.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box hanging off (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 229,158 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 212,931 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 197,718 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 181,853 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Air suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 166,749 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

air bag light illuminated

rear stop lights not showing through tow sockets

Pass 3 Nov 2011 153,821 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)

Fail 24 Oct 2011 153,487 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 141,817 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 128,783 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 114,602 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 114,602 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 110,552 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 110,551 miles

Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 29 May 2007 100,207 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 66,077 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 PXZ 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 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PXZ, 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 PXZ registered?

AD03 PXZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 3 July 2003.

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