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A8 OUB

2018 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

133,155 mi
Last recorded133,155 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Passat60,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 OUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 May 2025 133,155 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 121,468 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 104,648 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 86,771 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 73,114 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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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A8 OUB is a 2018 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 60,064 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 A8 OUB, 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 8 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 OUB registered?

A8 OUB is a 2018 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 14 December 2018.

Is A8 OUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 OUB shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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