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AD03 THZ

2003 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,298 mi
Last recorded155,298 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Golf90,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 THZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 155,298 miles

Engine light on

Pass 29 Jun 2016 145,605 miles

Engine light is on

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

Offside Rear Tyre is out of shape

Pass 24 Jun 2015 134,620 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 124,439 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 124,439 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine management light illuminated

Pass 25 Jun 2013 115,461 miles

center exhaust bracket is broken

Fail 25 Jun 2013 115,456 miles

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

center exhaust bracket is broken

Pass 1 Jun 2012 106,257 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)

centre exhaust mount broken

Pass 3 Jun 2011 94,790 miles

Centre exhaust mount broken but still supporting exhaust

Front discs lipped and pitted on edges

Front tyres on limit on edges

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 May 2010 81,530 miles

Centre exhaust mount broken but still supporting exhaust

Front discs lipped

Front tyres wearing low on edges

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 28 May 2010 81,530 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Centre exhaust mount broken but still supporting exhaust

Front discs lipped

Front tyres wearing low on edges

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Jun 2009 69,087 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 56,159 miles

Both rear tyre outer walls perished

Damage to offside mirror casing

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Jun 2007 47,439 miles

Both rear tyre outer walls perished

Offside inner CV gaiter damp

Offside mirror casing cracked

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 24 May 2006 40,513 miles

Front brake discs worn

Front numberplate slightly loose on offside

Fail 24 May 2006 40,513 miles

Front brake discs worn

Front numberplate slightly loose on offside

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 THZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 THZ, 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 THZ registered?

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

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