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AA08 FKP

2008 Volkswagen Passat

Black Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

157,494 mi
Last recorded157,494 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Passat103,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 FKP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2024 157,494 miles

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 149,536 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 145,375 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

covers on outer sills

Pass 5 Mar 2021 136,048 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 136,047 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2020 126,956 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 117,763 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 107,956 miles

both front tyres wearing in center tread area

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Mar 2017 96,326 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 83,239 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 82,496 miles

Brake pads incorrect size.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Particle filter warning light on.

Sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 82,496 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Brake pads incorrect size.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Particle filter warning light on.

Sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 74,071 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 62,732 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 52,187 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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AA08 FKP is a 2008 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 103,828 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 AA08 FKP, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AA08 FKP registered?

AA08 FKP is a 2008 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is AA08 FKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 FKP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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