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A26 XRR

2016 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

152,322 mi
Last recorded152,322 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Passat75,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA26 XRR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 152,322 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 138,949 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 127,699 miles

engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Fail 1 Aug 2024 127,699 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Pass 24 Jul 2023 113,348 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 96,054 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 76,384 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 76,384 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tread smooth and cords showing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged Tread smooth and cords showing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Discs badly corroded. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 59,252 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 42,823 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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A26 XRR is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat in Blue 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 A26 XRR, 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 A26 XRR registered?

A26 XRR is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 July 2016.

Is A26 XRR safe to buy?

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