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AD03 TXF

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

173,687 mi
Last recorded173,687 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 TXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2013 173,687 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2012 145,285 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Fail 15 Feb 2012 145,285 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Mar 2011 115,094 miles

advise aux drive belt tensioner or alt clutch noise

advise centre exhaust baffles noisey

advise front brake pads low

advise n/s/r tyre low on tread (205/60x15)

advise rear brake disc in poor condition

Pass 8 Apr 2010 99,358 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 79,135 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 79,135 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 56,467 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 48,680 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 48,680 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

Fail 1 Jun 2006 39,523 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 39,523 miles

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 TXF is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TXF, 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

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What year was AD03 TXF registered?

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

Is AD03 TXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 TXF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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