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AD04 PLX

2004 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,961 mi
Last recorded90,961 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Passat107,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 PLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 90,961 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 90,961 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 68,795 miles

Front Headlamp lenses clouding!

Fuel light on.

Fuel light on.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner edge! Consider replacing. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Wheel arch has tape applied over sharp edge.

Offside Rear Fog lamp started working.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inner edge! Advised replace. (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Fail 19 Feb 2018 68,745 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Headlamp lenses clouding!

Fuel light on.

Fuel light on.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner edge! Consider replacing. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Wheel arch has tape applied over sharp edge.

Offside Rear Fog lamp started working.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inner edge! Advised replace. (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Feb 2017 63,215 miles

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

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 2 Feb 2017 63,214 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Offside front wing (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 21 Feb 2016 62,212 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 60,579 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2014 58,451 miles

Coolant leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2013 55,939 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Feb 2012 52,491 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2011 49,415 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 45,868 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 36,202 miles

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)

Fail 16 Sep 2008 36,202 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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 21 Jun 2007 25,675 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 PLX is a 2004 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PLX, 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 PLX registered?

AD04 PLX is a 2004 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 June 2004.

Is AD04 PLX safe to buy?

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