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AD03 VSM

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

151,879 mi
Last recorded151,879 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 VSM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2021 151,879 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 148,470 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 143,976 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 140,642 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 136,962 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 131,690 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 125,840 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 115,639 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 105,345 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 105,345 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 96,981 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 96,981 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 90,010 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2010 83,908 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2009 76,631 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 76,631 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 69,646 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 56,322 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 44,884 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 VSM is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VSM, 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.

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What year was AD03 VSM registered?

AD03 VSM is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is AD03 VSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 VSM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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