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AD52 KRF

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

125,377 mi
Last recorded125,377 miles
Recorded on22 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 KRF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2012 125,377 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

O/S/R Tyre is damaged on outer wall but not deep enough to see the cords

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

Fail 19 May 2012 125,249 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

O/S/R Tyre is damaged on outer wall but not deep enough to see the cords

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

Pass 20 May 2011 111,896 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 111,870 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine tray insecure

Pass 27 May 2010 181,302 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 26 May 2010 181,301 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 13 Jan 2009 168,438 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 144,650 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 114,403 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2006 78,599 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 KRF is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KRF, 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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AD52 KRF is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 15 January 2003.

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