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A850 OVF

1984 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

347,104 mi
Last recorded347,104 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2014
Typical for 1984 Volkswagen Passat98,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA850 OVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2014 347,104 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 347,104 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2013 337,132 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 303,319 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 279,710 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 254,608 miles

lens tape fitted to headlamps/dip beam

Pass 18 May 2009 219,821 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front number plate lettering becoming discoloured

rear axle bushes seperating

rear number plate backing and lettering becoming discoloured

Fail 14 May 2009 219,821 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front number plate lettering becoming discoloured

rear axle bushes seperating

rear number plate backing and lettering becoming discoloured

reverse lights on constantly

Pass 9 May 2008 752,076 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 728,589 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 20 Apr 2007 728,176 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 691,051 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Apr 2006 691,051 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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A850 OVF is a 1984 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1984 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 98,548 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 A850 OVF, 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 42 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A850 OVF registered?

A850 OVF is a 1984 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A850 OVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A850 OVF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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