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AE16 PXZ

2016 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,529 mi
Last recorded55,529 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Passat75,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 PXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 55,529 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking And Perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 47,133 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 43,784 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 40,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 - 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Feb 2023 40,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 - 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 35,459 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 31,866 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 30,049 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 26,042 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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AE16 PXZ is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 75,909 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 AE16 PXZ, 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 10 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE16 PXZ?

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What year was AE16 PXZ registered?

AE16 PXZ is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 10 March 2016.

Is AE16 PXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE16 PXZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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