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A17 FFF

2016 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,030 mi
Last recorded108,030 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Passat75,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 FFF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 108,030 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 103,016 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 95,911 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

TPMS indicating rear left has a loss of pressure

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Nearside of screen has a scratch (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 90,955 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 79,402 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 79,402 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 64,374 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 57,361 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2020 57,361 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 43,739 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 FFF is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 75,909 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FFF, 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 10 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A17 FFF registered?

A17 FFF is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 May 2016.

Is A17 FFF safe to buy?

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