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AD04 PYJ

2004 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,111 mi
Last recorded87,111 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2022
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Passat107,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 PYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2022 87,111 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2022 87,111 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 84,621 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 83,140 miles

brake pad warning light illuminated but pads are ok

Fail 21 Feb 2020 83,122 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

brake pad warning light illuminated but pads are ok

Pass 21 Feb 2019 79,876 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 75,463 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 75,440 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 69,786 miles

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

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

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

Fail 13 Feb 2017 69,786 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 64,450 miles

Nearside Front tyre nail in tread

Nearside Front tyre outer edge worn

Offside Front tyre outer edge worn

Offside Rear light lens cracked

Pass 3 Feb 2015 58,460 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 52,295 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 45,469 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 37,247 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 33,355 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 33,355 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 May 2009 27,666 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 25,401 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 21,671 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 PYJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 PYJ, 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 PYJ registered?

AD04 PYJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 18 August 2004.

Is AD04 PYJ safe to buy?

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