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AD04 FSZ

2004 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

194,523 mi
Last recorded194,523 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Passat107,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 FSZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2021 194,523 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 188,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 188,599 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 16,594 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 16,594 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 164,211 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 149,472 miles

exhaust slincer box starting to corrode

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2015 128,400 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 117,409 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 107,459 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 93,464 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 81,661 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 81,661 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 69,760 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 57,755 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 42,140 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 38,144 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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AD04 FSZ is a 2004 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 107,266 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 AD04 FSZ, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD04 FSZ registered?

AD04 FSZ is a 2004 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 July 2004.

Is AD04 FSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 FSZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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