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AD03 VLN

2003 Volkswagen Sharan

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

205,000 mi
Last recorded205,000 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan102,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 VLN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 205,000 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 165,921 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 158,824 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 145,386 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 134,787 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 120,420 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 120,420 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 107,807 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 93,499 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 80,197 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 65,249 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 45,972 miles

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

offside rear tyre has small split on inner edge showing small amount of cords

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 VLN is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VLN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD03 VLN registered?

AD03 VLN is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is AD03 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 VLN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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