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AE15 XZJ

2015 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

209,732 mi
Last recorded209,732 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Passat81,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE15 XZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2015
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 209,732 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT and a Cut Outer Wall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn and Misshaping (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 184,529 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jun 2025 184,529 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2024 154,100 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 122,301 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 88,011 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts low. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2021 79,766 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front wiper blades split.

Pass 9 Jan 2020 68,919 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 57,596 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 44,874 miles

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

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

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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AE15 XZJ is a 2015 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 81,300 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 AE15 XZJ, 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 11 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE15 XZJ registered?

AE15 XZJ is a 2015 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 March 2015.

Is AE15 XZJ safe to buy?

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