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AD04 PKC

2004 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,430 mi
Last recorded135,430 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Passat107,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 PKC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2016 135,430 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 129,401 miles

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

Plastic outer sill panels fitted.

Pass 5 Aug 2014 123,668 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 123,668 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 115,493 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Jul 2013 115,493 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jul 2012 105,055 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine under tray damaged

Fail 6 Jul 2012 105,055 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine under tray damaged

Pass 23 Jun 2011 90,201 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 90,092 miles

Centre Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 78,606 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 64,761 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2008 51,743 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 51,743 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 38,830 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 PKC is a 2004 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AD04 PKC, 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 PKC registered?

AD04 PKC is a 2004 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 9 July 2004.

Is AD04 PKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 PKC shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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