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AD02 KME

2002 Volkswagen Passat

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

108,755 mi
Last recorded108,755 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Passat109,643 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 KME
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 108,755 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 102,314 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Sep 2015 102,314 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 96,186 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 25 Sep 2014 96,185 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 18 Sep 2013 90,181 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 90,181 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 84,375 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 84,375 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 76,262 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 11 Jul 2011 76,262 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 68,812 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 68,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 58,888 miles

BOTH SIDES FRONT TOP SUSPENSION ARM BUSHES CRACKING WITH AGE X FOUR

Pass 27 Jun 2008 51,691 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 51,691 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 46,450 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2007 46,450 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 40,245 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 KME is a 2002 Volkswagen Passat in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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

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