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A82 BAB

2004 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

146,404 mi
Last recorded146,404 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Passat107,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA82 BAB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 146,404 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 136,337 miles

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))

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

Fail 10 Oct 2024 136,337 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 122,441 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 101,860 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 81,772 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 61,138 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 61,138 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 41,990 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 24,464 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 8,563 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 8,417 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 8,166 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 7,585 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 7,199 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 6,774 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 6,167 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 5,778 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 4,805 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 4,411 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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A82 BAB is a 2004 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 107,266 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 A82 BAB, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A82 BAB registered?

A82 BAB is a 2004 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 22 January 2004.

Is A82 BAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A82 BAB shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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