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AD03 PZM

2003 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

163,977 mi
Last recorded163,977 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Transporter124,259 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 PZM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 163,977 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 163,818 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 163,241 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 161,497 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 159,981 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 156,287 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 153,241 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 148,124 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 145,111 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 142,247 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 139,250 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 135,905 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 132,474 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 130,800 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 128,967 miles

slight play in n.s+o.s steering rack arms

Fail 22 Mar 2010 128,935 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight play in n.s+o.s steering rack arms

Pass 11 Mar 2009 125,991 miles

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

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

slight play found in both front steering rack ends ( TIE ROD ENDS )

Fail 6 Mar 2009 125,985 miles

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

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

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

slight play found in both front steering rack ends ( TIE ROD ENDS )

Pass 12 Mar 2008 119,108 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 91,145 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 71,657 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 PZM is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 PZM, 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 PZM registered?

AD03 PZM is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 July 2003.

Is AD03 PZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 PZM shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD03 PZM have outstanding finance?

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