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A215 TAG

2015 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

143,128 mi
Last recorded143,128 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Passat81,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA215 TAG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 143,128 miles

Offside Front slight play found at the road wheel whilst jacked

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

recommend a wax oil to the underside

underbody covers fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2024 135,103 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2024 135,103 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 127,366 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 127,363 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 119,579 miles

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

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

covers fitted to the underside

Pass 17 Aug 2021 111,965 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 104,274 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

protective covers fitted to most of the underside

Pass 27 Aug 2019 95,846 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 82,481 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 79,333 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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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A215 TAG is a 2015 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 81,300 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 A215 TAG, 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 11 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A215 TAG registered?

A215 TAG is a 2015 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 3 February 2015.

Is A215 TAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A215 TAG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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