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KP53 OJB

2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

104,548 mi
Last recorded104,548 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI80,813 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 OJB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Jul 2021 104,548 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions INSIDE OUT (5.2.3 (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps A GLB-239 BULB WAS FITTED (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 103,919 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 99,434 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 99,360 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2017 90,167 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 May 2016 86,582 miles

catalyst heat shield rattles

front suspension arm rear bushes starting to perish

Pass 27 May 2015 82,888 miles

nail in n/s front tyre tread

Pass 13 May 2014 78,414 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2013 73,052 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 71,466 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 69,209 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 61,159 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 61,159 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front reg plate cracked

Pass 28 May 2009 48,528 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 41,111 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 22 Nov 2006 27,427 miles

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
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KP53 OJB is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 80,813 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KP53 OJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KP53 OJB registered?

KP53 OJB is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is KP53 OJB safe to buy?

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