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RL52 ZHE

2003 Volkswagen Multivan

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

311,408 mi
Last recorded311,408 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Multivan124,847 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL52 ZHE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2026 311,408 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 296,704 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 282,148 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 279,041 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 274,456 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 268,952 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 263,871 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 252,093 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 235,028 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 226,594 miles

Rear brake discs corroded

rear valance behind rear bumper corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2015 225,573 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Multivan?

Based on 9,554 MOT tests across 618 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
4,129
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
618
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 220
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 214
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 213
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 209
Stop lamp not working 193
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RL52 ZHE is a 2003 Volkswagen Multivan in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 124,847 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Multivan fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RL52 ZHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Multivan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RL52 ZHE registered?

RL52 ZHE is a 2003 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is RL52 ZHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL52 ZHE shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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