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AD09 HYV

2009 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

271,945 mi
Last recorded271,945 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Passat99,117 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD09 HYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 271,945 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2025 271,728 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 249,004 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 229,270 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2022 228,138 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 202,739 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 175,722 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 154,140 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 137,168 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 119,010 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front, top suspension mounts are noisy

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

Fail 25 Jul 2015 119,010 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front, top suspension mounts are noisy

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

Fail 9 Jun 2014 93,563 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

nearside front seatbelt locking mechanism, outer casing missing but unit still functions correctly

Pass 9 Jun 2014 93,563 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

nearside front seatbelt locking mechanism, outer casing missing but unit still functions correctly

Pass 20 Jul 2013

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Jun 2013 59,476 miles

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

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

front discs have lips on them

Pass 9 Jun 2012 43,558 miles

child seat fitted at offside rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake pads starting to wear low

front tyres starting to wear low and on inner edges

nearside front seat belt stalk cover missing still working ok

rear tyres starting to wear low and on inner edges

slight wear at front brake discs

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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AD09 HYV is a 2009 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 99,117 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 AD09 HYV, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD09 HYV registered?

AD09 HYV is a 2009 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 18 June 2009.

Is AD09 HYV safe to buy?

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