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02MH9274

2002 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

155,396 mi
Last recorded155,396 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Passat109,643 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration02MH9274
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2015 155,396 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 155,396 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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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02MH9274 is a 2002 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 109,643 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 02MH9274, 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 24 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 02MH9274 registered?

02MH9274 is a 2002 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 May 2002.

Is 02MH9274 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 02MH9274 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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