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A13 CUW

2009 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

130,394 mi
Last recorded130,394 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Passat99,117 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 CUW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2023 130,394 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2023 130,394 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 124,431 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 124,133 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system insecure Exhaust Clamp Broken And Corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction And Glow Plug Light Flashing (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Bonnet Safety Catch Seized

Pass 5 Jan 2021 118,549 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 112,581 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 106,633 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 100,181 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 87,315 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 77,248 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 72,808 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 59,126 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 59,126 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 42,643 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A13 CUW is a 2009 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 99,117 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 A13 CUW, 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 17 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 A13 CUW registered?

A13 CUW is a 2009 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 6 April 2009.

Is A13 CUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 CUW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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