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AD53 CXM

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

153,230 mi
Last recorded153,230 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 CXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2018 153,230 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 141,773 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 127,499 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2016 127,499 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2015 112,603 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Dec 2014 97,029 miles

nearside rear tyre tread lifting slightly on inner tread

Fail 20 Dec 2014 97,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

nearside rear tyre tread lifting slightly on inner tread

Pass 12 Dec 2013 83,098 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 83,098 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 15 Dec 2012 75,854 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 68,830 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 62,712 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 52,369 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 44,118 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 36,484 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 30,991 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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AD53 CXM is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AD53 CXM, 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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What year was AD53 CXM registered?

AD53 CXM is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is AD53 CXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 CXM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD53 CXM have outstanding finance?

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