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SN03 DRO

2003 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

49,489 mi
Last recorded49,489 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Type 234,050 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN03 DRO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 49,489 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 46,041 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 43,667 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 42,250 miles

Nearside Front Lower Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 38,409 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 38,409 miles

Emissions not tested HC too high 231 (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 35,261 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 35,518 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 33,533 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 32,449 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 31,898 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 May 2015 30,170 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 27,957 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 25,524 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2011 20,869 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 18,689 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 15,933 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 15,933 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 14,952 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 13,082 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 13,082 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 10,469 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 10,469 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2?

Based on 11,485 MOT tests across 931 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
1,092
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
931
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 935
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 631
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 538
Stop lamp not working 392
position lamp(s) not working 374
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SN03 DRO is a 2003 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 34,050 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Type 2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN03 DRO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Type 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SN03 DRO registered?

SN03 DRO is a 2003 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is SN03 DRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN03 DRO shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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