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AD04 PLJ

2004 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,509 mi
Last recorded83,509 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Passat107,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2014 83,509 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 63,726 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 164,251 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 164,251 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2011 136,223 miles

Vehicle needs front whell alignment

Pass 3 Sep 2010 107,892 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 71,824 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 71,261 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 36,897 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 30,210 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 PLJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PLJ, 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 PLJ registered?

AD04 PLJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 8 July 2004.

Is AD04 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 PLJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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