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AD52 BAO

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

193,778 mi
Last recorded193,778 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 BAO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 193,778 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 193,777 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 187,718 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 181,634 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 181,631 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 175,885 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 170,246 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 162,350 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 156,550 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 156,550 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 148,158 miles

headlamps slightly deteriorated

Fail 17 Feb 2011 148,158 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

headlamps slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 Feb 2010 139,867 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 131,665 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 131,665 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 117,959 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 117,959 miles

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

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Mar 2007 103,552 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 88,288 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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AD52 BAO is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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

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 AD52 BAO, 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 AD52 BAO registered?

AD52 BAO is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 8 January 2003.

Is AD52 BAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 BAO shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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