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AD03 TVT

2003 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,210 mi
Last recorded116,210 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Golf90,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2015 116,210 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

both front steering arms have slight play at inner fixings

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 97,215 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 85,996 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 85,996 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 81,259 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 16 Jan 2012 81,259 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 71,379 miles

emmisions lamp on

o/s mirror cracked

Fail 2 Aug 2010 71,379 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside 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)

emmisions lamp on

uneven tyre wear

Pass 4 Aug 2009 58,878 miles

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

front reg plate slightly cracked

Pass 15 May 2008 43,331 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 32,602 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 29,020 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 TVT is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 TVT, 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 TVT?

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What year was AD03 TVT registered?

AD03 TVT is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is AD03 TVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 TVT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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