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A9 GHG

2009 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

119,352 mi
Last recorded119,352 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Passat99,117 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 GHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 119,352 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear under body corrosion (rear)

Pass 25 Jan 2025 115,294 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 107,930 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 100,350 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 91,583 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 82,487 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 82,487 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 74,691 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 62,632 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 51,722 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2018 51,722 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Pass 2 May 2017 49,292 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 43,601 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 May 2015 37,316 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 31,602 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 25,067 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 18,433 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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A9 GHG is a 2009 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 99,117 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 A9 GHG, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A9 GHG registered?

A9 GHG is a 2009 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 May 2009.

Is A9 GHG safe to buy?

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