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GC03 AHD

2003 Volkswagen Touareg

Grey Diesel 4921cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

120,047 mi
Last recorded120,047 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg86,412 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC03 AHD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,921cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2017 120,047 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 120,042 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2015

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

handbrake requires adjustment

Pass 21 Nov 2014

n/s/f tyre bald outside

n/s/r tyre bald outside

no mileage displayed

Pass 4 Oct 2013 106,302 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres worn to 2mm

Pass 5 Nov 2012 103,287 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 86,301 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 86,299 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 73,655 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 73,651 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 63,680 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

park brake lever has long travel

Fail 26 Nov 2008 63,676 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

tyres look slightly soft

oil level low

park brake lever has long travel

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 44,793 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 44,576 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Touareg?

Based on 582,886 MOT tests across 50,422 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
7,766
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
50,422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,919
coil spring broken 4,412
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,462
Stop lamp not working 2,649
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GC03 AHD is a 2003 Volkswagen Touareg in Grey with a 4,921cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Touareg models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 86,412 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 Touareg fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,919 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GC03 AHD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Touareg typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Touareg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GC03 AHD registered?

GC03 AHD is a 2003 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is GC03 AHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC03 AHD shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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