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AD03 RDV

2003 Volkswagen Transporter

Cream Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

140,329 mi
Last recorded140,329 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Transporter124,259 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 RDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2003
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 140,329 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 138,187 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 135,869 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 133,241 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 130,120 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 126,324 miles
Pass 2 May 2020 125,098 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 124,414 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 121,130 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 120,180 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 118,280 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 117,141 miles

exhaust has slight corrosion

Pass 12 Apr 2014 114,650 miles

All tyres cracked

Pass 27 Apr 2013 113,377 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 111,902 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 109,657 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 106,610 miles

Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 101,323 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 91,551 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 79,234 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 59,323 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 RDV is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter in Cream with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RDV, 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

How do I check the history of AD03 RDV?

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What year was AD03 RDV registered?

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

Is AD03 RDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 RDV shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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