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A17 DHP

1995 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2016
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,880 mi
Last recorded147,880 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2015
Typical for 1995 Volkswagen Passat129,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 DHP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 30 Dec 2015 147,880 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 142,967 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 136,909 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 132,161 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 126,350 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 119,860 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 116,484 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 110,396 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2007 104,619 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 98,631 miles

Oil leak

n/s rear wheelbearing sight play

Pass 29 Oct 2005 92,098 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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A17 DHP is a 1995 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 129,358 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 A17 DHP, 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 31 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A17 DHP registered?

A17 DHP is a 1995 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is A17 DHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 DHP shows 11 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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