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7008 BY

2008 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

180,847 mi
Last recorded180,847 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Passat103,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration7008 BY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 180,847 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 165,314 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 154,609 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 148,587 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 142,574 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 137,322 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 133,160 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 127,370 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 119,874 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 109,233 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 98,312 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 89,296 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 82,311 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 72,638 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 64,276 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jan 2011 53,328 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 53,328 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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7008 BY is a 2008 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 7008 BY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 7008 BY?

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What year was 7008 BY registered?

7008 BY is a 2008 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 February 2008.

Is 7008 BY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 7008 BY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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