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A14 DRW

2003 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

87,979 mi
Last recorded87,979 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Passat106,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 DRW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 87,979 miles

all tyres outer sidewalls perishing

Fail 23 May 2017 87,979 miles

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

all tyres outer sidewalls perishing

Pass 22 Mar 2016 87,975 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all four tyres perished on outer wall

Pass 25 Mar 2015 87,860 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all 4 tyres perishing on outer sidewalls

Pass 13 Mar 2014 87,508 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 87,477 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 87,350 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 87,014 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 86,223 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 85,866 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 84,551 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight smear from offside wiper

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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A14 DRW is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 106,820 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A14 DRW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A14 DRW registered?

A14 DRW is a 2003 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 May 2003.

Is A14 DRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 DRW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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