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AD04 PNL

2004 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,766 mi
Last recorded81,766 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Passat107,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 81,766 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 81,766 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 80,256 miles

Both front arches corroded

Center exhaust clamp broken

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2014 78,422 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

OIL LIGHT ON

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2013 65,508 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 65,507 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 57,434 miles

offside electric window not working

slight damage rear to nearside rear panel

Fail 20 Jun 2012 57,416 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside electric window inoperative

Slight damage to Nearside rear panel

Pass 17 Jun 2011 53,481 miles

Clutch slipping

Fail 15 Jun 2011 53,462 miles

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

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

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Clutch slipping

Pass 11 Jun 2010 49,793 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 44,124 miles

n/s/f tyre outer wall damaged

tow ball cover fitted ( ball not inspected)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 29,711 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 25,962 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 PNL is a 2004 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 PNL, 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 PNL registered?

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

Is AD04 PNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 PNL shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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