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AD03 RNU

2003 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

190,528 mi
Last recorded190,528 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Transporter124,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 190,528 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 177,510 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 161,170 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 148,805 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 141,444 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 141,413 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

corrosion o/s sill outside seat belt prescribed area

Pass 14 Aug 2012 138,348 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 138,299 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 128,196 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 118,187 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 106,751 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2009 106,751 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 100,754 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 86,169 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 70,039 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 53,539 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 RNU is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 RNU, 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 RNU registered?

AD03 RNU is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is AD03 RNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 RNU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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