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AE03 KVM

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,861 mi
Last recorded150,861 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2011
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 KVM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2011 150,861 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs in poor condition

general corrosion to underside

child seat insecure

Pass 2 Jul 2010 87,854 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 1 Jul 2010 87,854 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 May 2009 76,616 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 12 Apr 2008 63,319 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 50,782 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2006 39,132 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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AE03 KVM is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AE03 KVM, 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 AE03 KVM registered?

AE03 KVM is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is AE03 KVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 KVM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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