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AE03 PUV

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

165,909 mi
Last recorded165,909 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 PUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 165,909 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 165,907 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 152,377 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 24 Jan 2017 152,137 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated both front flexi's (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Steering rack gaiter insecure both sides (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Feb 2016 140,822 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 128,111 miles

nearside rear tyre has minor cracks in the tread

Pass 31 Jul 2014 125,948 miles

nearside rear tyre showing signs of cracking

Pass 22 Jul 2013 117,535 miles

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Offside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 105,889 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 17 Jul 2012 105,881 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 100,822 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

corrosion in front brake discs

Pass 24 Jul 2010 93,253 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 93,253 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 77,624 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 65,755 miles

Pass 10 Mar 2007 51,725 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 39,282 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 PUV is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PUV, 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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AE03 PUV is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 17 March 2003.

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