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AD53 CXN

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

138,301 mi
Last recorded138,301 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 138,301 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 133,031 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 133,031 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 126,980 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 120,311 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 120,311 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2015 110,431 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 102,058 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 91,880 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 85,334 miles

Advise nearside front brake flexi hose rubber casing perishing.

Pass 8 Dec 2010 77,686 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 68,054 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 67,969 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2008 58,656 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 48,492 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 38,573 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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AD53 CXN 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 CXN, 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

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What year was AD53 CXN registered?

AD53 CXN is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is AD53 CXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 CXN 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.

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