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AD03 TXN

2003 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2015
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

171,378 mi
Last recorded171,378 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Golf90,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2014 171,378 miles

Centre Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 171,304 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

(1.8B.2)The nearside and the offside headlamps horizontal images are too high when the beam aim control is set at position III and when set at zero

(2.4C.1b)The nearside front suspension spring is corroding

(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2.4C.1b)The offside front suspension spring is corroding

(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2c)There is a presence of engine oil around the oil filter area indicating that a slight leak is present

(2c)the lower radiator is contaminated heavily with coolant indicating that a leak is present

(3.7A.5b)The service brakes imbalance recorded across axle (2) is at 29%,clearly indicating that the brakes are ready for service

(4.0)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread has a nail within

(4.1D.1a)The offside rear tyre outer wall is deteriorating

(4.1D.1e)The nearside rear tyre valve stem is deteriorating

(4.1D.1e)The offside front tyre valve stem is deteriorating

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate along the top margin area and slightly obscuring some characters is dirty in appearance,but not likely to be misread at the time of the inspection

(7.1.2a)The centre exhaust system flange has a slight leak

(7.3C)The instrument display LCD indicates that the car has an emissions related fault present

(8.1.2a)The nearside additional door mirror (glass)is slightly damaged

(8.3.1e)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items hanging from the interior mirror should not be fitted for legal reasons

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

There is presence of transmission oil around the nearside differencial to drive shaft indicating that a leak is present

Fail 14 Apr 2014 170,044 miles

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)

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

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

engine light on

Fail 11 Apr 2014 170,398 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 160,084 miles

airbag light on

engine light on

Fail 27 Mar 2013 160,084 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

airbag light on

engine light on

Pass 30 Mar 2012 144,991 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 127,871 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 110,151 miles

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

middle exchaust mount corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2008 83,708 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2008 83,708 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 54,759 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 54,749 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2006 29,325 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 29,325 miles

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

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

rag traped in o/s/r brake caliper

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 TXN is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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

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

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