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AD03 TDZ

2003 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

182,602 mi
Last recorded182,602 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan102,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 TDZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 182,602 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 3 Jul 2015 168,164 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust rear box deteriorated

Pass 27 Jun 2014 151,892 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear row seats not fitted at time of test

Fail 27 Jun 2014 151,892 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear row seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Jun 2013 135,756 miles

o/s inner cv boot damaged

Fail 28 Jun 2012 117,805 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front tyres wearing on inner shoulder

rear rear seats not fitted at time of test

rec wheel alignment check

Pass 28 Jun 2012 117,805 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

front tyres wearing on inner shoulder

rear rear seats not fitted at time of test

rec wheel alignment check

Pass 1 Jul 2011 99,464 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 84,852 miles

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

n/s/r tyre cracking

slight corrosion on front discs inner face

Pass 24 Jun 2009 76,057 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 76,057 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 70,212 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 60,159 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 60,159 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

benefit of dought given over registration plates ,incorrect letter spacing

central/rear seats missing s/belts not inspected fully

Pass 28 Jun 2006 44,195 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 44,177 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Sharan?

Based on 1,070,633 MOT tests across 83,957 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
9,212
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
83,957
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37,436
position lamp(s) not working 30,096
Brake pipe excessively corroded 25,789
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 21,026
Stop lamp not working 20,203
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AD03 TDZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 102,567 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Sharan fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37,436 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD03 TDZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Sharan typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD03 TDZ registered?

AD03 TDZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 26 June 2003.

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