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AD03 XSC

2003 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

205,951 mi
Last recorded205,951 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Transporter124,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 XSC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 205,951 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 203,310 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 200,239 miles

General corrosion to all areas

Metal brake pipes corroding

Nearside front tyre perrishing

Nearside rear tyre cracking in treads

Offside front tyre wear to inner edge and poor condition

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight play to both sides inner steering rack joints

Pass 19 Dec 2022 199,360 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 197,464 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 9 Dec 2021 197,449 miles

Brake pressure/vacuum build up too slow (1.1.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Nov 2020 186,384 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 174,429 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 166,542 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 159,998 miles

Front Both front bottom ball joint gaiters are perished advise

Pass 10 Jun 2016 152,040 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 144,246 miles

o/s/f track rod end has small amount of play advise

Pass 11 Jun 2014 136,648 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 130,416 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 122,221 miles

Both Track Rod End Ball joint dust Covers showing signs of spkitting

Brake warning indicator illuminated but no visible signs of brake pad wear

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Jun 2012 122,221 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Both Track Rod End Ball joint dust Covers showing signs of spkitting

Brake warning indicator illuminated but no visible signs of brake pad wear

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 110,406 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 110,406 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Jul 2010 99,912 miles

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

brake warning light on dash . n/s door mirrow broken

Pass 1 Jul 2010 99,912 miles

brake warning light on dash . n/s door mirrow broken

Pass 22 Jun 2009 85,267 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 85,267 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 70,861 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 48,700 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 30,764 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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AD03 XSC is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 124,259 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD03 XSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD03 XSC registered?

AD03 XSC is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is AD03 XSC safe to buy?

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