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08-MH-4389

2008 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

171,288 mi
Last recorded171,288 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Passat103,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration08-MH-4389
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2015 171,288 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

offside rear tyre has a cut but does not reach the cords

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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08-MH-4389 is a 2008 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 103,828 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 08-MH-4389, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 08-MH-4389 registered?

08-MH-4389 is a 2008 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is 08-MH-4389 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 08-MH-4389 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 08-MH-4389 have outstanding finance?

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