2003 Volkswagen Passat 1.9L Diesel · SB53 ATV
2003 Volkswagen Passat (1.9L, diesel). First registered 17 Dec 2003. Recorded mileage 156,412 miles. MOT valid until 22 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,412 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SB53 ATV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2025
- 156,412 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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SB53 ATV Mileage History
- 29/03/2022152,394 mi
- 24/10/2023154,368 mi+1,974 mi
- 11/10/2024155,370 mi+1,002 mi
- 23/10/2025156,412 mi+1,042 mi
- 23/10/2025156,412 mi
Average of roughly 1,125 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SB53 ATV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Passat (SB53 ATV) between March 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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