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AA08 KGY

2008 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

107,376 mi
Last recorded107,376 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Passat103,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 KGY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 107,376 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 97,839 miles

Front brake discs inner face slightly worn

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn smooth (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn smooth (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Feb 2016 97,839 miles

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

Front brake discs inner face slightly worn

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn smooth (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn smooth (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 81,794 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 67,526 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 53,356 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 53,333 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 53,155 miles

nsr tyre getting low inner side slightly stepped and osr stepped

Pass 21 May 2011 44,217 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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AA08 KGY is a 2008 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KGY, 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 KGY registered?

AA08 KGY is a 2008 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is AA08 KGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 KGY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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