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AD53 OKZ

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

173,505 mi
Last recorded173,505 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 OKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Nov 2012 173,505 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all discs worn slightly

Pass 28 Nov 2012 173,505 miles

all discs worn slightly

Pass 31 Oct 2011 158,225 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)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 152,832 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2009 145,033 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 145,033 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 133,140 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 133,140 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2007 118,973 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 118,819 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2006 96,357 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 OKZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,781cc 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 AD53 OKZ, 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 OKZ registered?

AD53 OKZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is AD53 OKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 OKZ 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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