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LA03 VEV

2003 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

175,616 mi
Last recorded175,616 miles
Recorded on1 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Jetta90,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA03 VEV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2012 175,616 miles

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

Oil leak

suspension been modified

Fail 30 Apr 2012 175,620 miles

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

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

Oil leak

suspension been modified

Pass 13 Apr 2011 161,225 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 150,024 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 138,563 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 144,400 miles

o/s/r tyre small cut in tread

silght split in n/s/f lower arm rear bush

skidpan loose

Fail 20 Oct 2008 144,390 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

chip in zone a

o/s/r tyre small cut in tread

silght split in n/s/f lower arm rear bush

skidpan loose

Pass 15 Aug 2007 105,062 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 72,193 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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LA03 VEV is a 2003 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 90,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA03 VEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LA03 VEV registered?

LA03 VEV is a 2003 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 8 August 2003.

Is LA03 VEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA03 VEV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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