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AE03 SSK

2003 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

128,773 mi
Last recorded128,773 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Transporter124,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 SSK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 128,773 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 126,998 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 122,673 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 119,456 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 114,807 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 108,988 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

shows slight smoke

Fail 14 Mar 2013 108,987 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

shows slight smoke

Pass 14 Mar 2012 104,830 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 99,509 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

shows slight smoke

Pass 15 Mar 2010 93,900 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 89,411 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 85,699 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 85,497 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 64,439 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 48,126 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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AE03 SSK is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 124,259 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE03 SSK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE03 SSK registered?

AE03 SSK is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is AE03 SSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 SSK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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