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AD03 SXC

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2015
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

209,675 mi
Last recorded209,675 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 SXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2014 209,675 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 209,673 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 199,137 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 183,956 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 169,079 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 152,085 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 138,454 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 129,593 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 112,890 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 96,125 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 91,290 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 91,290 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 74,416 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 62,568 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 61,525 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 46,636 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 34,058 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 31,384 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 26,884 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 26,884 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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AD03 SXC is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 106,820 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD03 SXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD03 SXC?

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What year was AD03 SXC registered?

AD03 SXC is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 23 June 2003.

Is AD03 SXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 SXC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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