2003 Volkswagen Passat 1.9L Diesel · YA53 YTL
2003 Volkswagen Passat (1.9L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 2003. Recorded mileage 231,151 miles. MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 231,151 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YA53 YTL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2025
- 231,151 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YA53 YTL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Passat (YA53 YTL) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
YA53 YTL Mileage History
- 27/10/2022192,048 mi
- 18/10/2023202,927 mi+10,879 mi
- 24/10/2024215,537 mi+12,610 mi
- 30/10/2025231,151 mi+15,614 mi
Average of roughly 12,995 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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