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AD03 SHJ

2003 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

83,073 mi
Last recorded83,073 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Golf90,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 SHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 83,073 miles

Nearside Front track rod end rubber boot slightly perished

Nearside Rear tyre wearing slightly

off side rear coil spring slightly corroded

Fail 6 Aug 2018 83,073 miles

Nearside Front track rod end rubber boot slightly perished

Nearside Rear tyre wearing slightly

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

off side rear coil spring slightly corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2017 76,695 miles

brake pads low near side rear

child seat fitted near side rear

Pass 4 Aug 2016 64,259 miles

Front o/s & n/s tyres wearing

Pass 29 Jul 2015 60,149 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 57,412 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 55,204 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 53,031 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 50,365 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 47,738 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 44,645 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 40,587 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 36,405 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 31,789 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 31,789 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 31,328 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AD03 SHJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 90,330 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD03 SHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD03 SHJ registered?

AD03 SHJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 June 2003.

Is AD03 SHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 SHJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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