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AD52 PVO

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

149,380 mi
Last recorded149,380 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2011
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 PVO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2011 149,380 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 1 Dec 2010 127,073 miles

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

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

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)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2010 127,073 miles

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

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)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2009 103,738 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 85,266 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 74,452 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 74,452 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 14 Dec 2006 57,087 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

lower engine cover insecure

sills not checked due to sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2006 57,087 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

lower engine cover insecure

sills not checked due to sill covers fitted

Fail 17 Dec 2005 42,556 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.D3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.D3)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

sills not checked due to sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Dec 2005 42,556 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

sills not checked due to sill covers fitted

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 PVO is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 PVO, 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

How do I check the history of AD52 PVO?

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What year was AD52 PVO registered?

AD52 PVO is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 13 February 2003.

Is AD52 PVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 PVO shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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