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AD02 BFU

2002 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

66,539 mi
Last recorded66,539 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Passat109,643 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 BFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2015 66,539 miles

Offside Rear tyre low

Rear no plate deteriorating

slight blow on exhaust flex pipe

Pass 15 Nov 2014 60,913 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 54,113 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 49,835 miles

N/S Wiper in poor condition

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

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

Slight brake bind O/S/R

Fail 6 Oct 2012 49,800 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

N/S Wiper in poor condition

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

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

Slight brake bind O/S/R

Pass 5 Oct 2011 45,761 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 41,720 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 35,908 miles

nearside rear tyre on legal limits

Fail 14 Jul 2008 29,749 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 29,749 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 25,592 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 23,515 miles

advise front brake discs

Pass 29 Jul 2005 21,670 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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AD02 BFU is a 2002 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 109,643 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 AD02 BFU, 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 24 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD02 BFU registered?

AD02 BFU is a 2002 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 June 2002.

Is AD02 BFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 BFU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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