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AA08 FKS

2008 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

170,661 mi
Last recorded170,661 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Passat103,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 FKS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 170,661 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 170,095 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2018 167,965 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2018 167,892 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 165,038 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 149,467 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 121,119 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 83,888 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 66,335 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 59,611 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 59,601 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 52,854 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 52,854 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2011 41,993 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 FKS is a 2008 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FKS, 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 FKS registered?

AA08 FKS is a 2008 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is AA08 FKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 FKS shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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