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AD52 KSJ

2003 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

198,642 mi
Last recorded198,642 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Golf90,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 KSJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 198,642 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 193,371 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 188,465 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 182,453 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 182,453 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 175,407 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2022 175,407 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 169,469 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 163,781 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 158,679 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jan 2019 158,679 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 149,972 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2018 149,972 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 142,649 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 135,630 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 127,722 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 120,755 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 112,941 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 112,941 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 105,898 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 98,722 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 91,383 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 83,345 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 77,572 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 63,400 miles

Centre exhaust silencer bracket broken.

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2006 50,066 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 50,066 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AD52 KSJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 90,330 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD52 KSJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD52 KSJ?

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What year was AD52 KSJ registered?

AD52 KSJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is AD52 KSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 KSJ shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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