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AD03 RSY

2003 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

170,806 mi
Last recorded170,806 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Transporter124,259 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 RSY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 170,806 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 169,088 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 166,895 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Nov 2023 166,869 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 164,465 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 162,024 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 160,234 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 159,715 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2019 159,687 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 156,450 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 153,176 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 148,731 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 145,094 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 141,467 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 136,059 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 128,908 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 120,543 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 120,543 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 110,309 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 99,418 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 88,626 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 74,571 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 74,571 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 63,045 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 57,428 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 40,641 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 40,641 miles

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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 RSY is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 RSY, 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 RSY registered?

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

Is AD03 RSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 RSY shows 27 tests with a 81.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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