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AD03 SLU

2003 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

152,835 mi
Last recorded152,835 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Golf90,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 SLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 152,835 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 144,936 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 144,936 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 139,336 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 139,336 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 127,520 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 127,520 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 119,873 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 111,901 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 111,901 miles

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Front (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 103,712 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 94,617 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 83,911 miles

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

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

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear wiperblade split

Pass 16 Dec 2011 73,119 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 58,688 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 47,659 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 42,224 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 34,810 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 26,592 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 SLU is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SLU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD03 SLU?

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What year was AD03 SLU registered?

AD03 SLU is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 August 2003.

Is AD03 SLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 SLU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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