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A20 NKJ

2014 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

89,687 mi
Last recorded89,687 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Passat82,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 NKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 89,687 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four wheels ()

Pass 27 Jul 2024 88,928 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four ()

Pass 2 Aug 2023 87,691 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 83,433 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Aug 2022 83,433 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 78,951 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 64,285 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 52,547 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 42,839 miles

Engine undertray damaged but not likely to become detached

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 34,585 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm of tread left (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm of tread left (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 24,901 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 24,055 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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A20 NKJ is a 2014 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2014 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 82,918 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 A20 NKJ, 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 12 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A20 NKJ registered?

A20 NKJ is a 2014 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 January 2014.

Is A20 NKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 NKJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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