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AD52 PZP

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

119,393 mi
Last recorded119,393 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2016 119,393 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 105,992 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 96,854 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 92,069 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 92,058 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 84,117 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 80,243 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 69,657 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 30,980 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 30,980 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 52,442 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 52,442 miles

Nearside Headlamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 43,835 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 34,209 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 50,357 miles

Offside Headlamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)

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 PZP is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PZP, 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 PZP?

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What year was AD52 PZP registered?

AD52 PZP is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 4 February 2003.

Is AD52 PZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 PZP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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