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AD03 VSY

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Black Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

107,184 mi
Last recorded107,184 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 VSY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 107,184 miles
Fail 7 May 2018 107,184 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure damaged (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 4 May 2017 98,694 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% (3.7.B.5b)

engine management lamp on

Pass 5 Mar 2016 86,639 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 85,390 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 83,891 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 25 Mar 2014 83,890 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 3 Mar 2013 81,568 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2013 81,568 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 79,861 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 78,017 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 74,384 miles

E.M.L. light on

both front discs lipped

o/s/r tyre wearing inner & outer edges

Pass 26 Mar 2009 68,495 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 68,495 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 67,534 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 64,334 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 61,832 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 VSY is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VSY, 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 VSY registered?

AD03 VSY is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is AD03 VSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 VSY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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