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AD53 MWZ

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

76,741 mi
Last recorded76,741 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 MWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 76,741 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

offside headlamp adjuster needs attention

Pass 31 Jul 2015 73,707 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f wiper blade worn

Pass 25 Jul 2014 73,125 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jul 2013 71,435 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jul 2012 67,736 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 62,086 miles

All tyres wearing low on edges.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Jul 2011 62,086 miles

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

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

All tyres wearing low on edges.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Jul 2010 53,826 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 45,046 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 40,307 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2007 35,100 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 35,097 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2006 27,286 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 27,286 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

o/s/f seat belt slow to retract.

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 MWZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 MWZ, 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 MWZ registered?

AD53 MWZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is AD53 MWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 MWZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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