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21 COW

2014 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,972 mi
Last recorded122,972 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Passat82,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration21 COW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 122,972 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 104,571 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 79,317 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 53,176 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 31,613 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 29,517 miles

both front suspension arm rear bushes splitting

both front wipers torn on edges

Pass 29 Jun 2020 27,651 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 24,535 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 19,924 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 15,634 miles

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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21 COW is a 2014 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2014 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 82,918 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 21 COW, 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 12 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 21 COW registered?

21 COW is a 2014 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 June 2014.

Is 21 COW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 21 COW shows 10 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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