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A17 TBM

2010 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

15,202 mi
Last recorded15,202 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen Passat101,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 TBM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 15,202 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 14,616 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 13,931 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 12,911 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 12,225 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2022 12,224 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 11,063 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 10,484 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 9,680 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 8,705 miles

Surface corrosion on all brake discs

Pass 15 Mar 2017 8,135 miles

all tyres perished

Pass 9 Mar 2016 7,810 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 6,903 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 5,995 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 4,983 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 TBM is a 2010 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2010 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 101,028 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 TBM, 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 16 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 A17 TBM registered?

A17 TBM is a 2010 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 15 March 2010.

Is A17 TBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 TBM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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