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AE16 PYT

2016 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,478 mi
Last recorded99,478 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Passat75,909 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 PYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 99,478 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 May 2025 95,200 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2024 89,679 miles
Pass 8 May 2023 83,250 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 76,410 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 64,360 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 4 Feb 2020 51,574 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under covers and engine cover fitted

Fail 4 Feb 2020 51,574 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under covers and engine cover fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2019 35,567 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

full under covers fitted and engine cover

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 PYT is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat in White 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 PYT, 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

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What year was AE16 PYT registered?

AE16 PYT is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is AE16 PYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE16 PYT 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.

Does AE16 PYT have outstanding finance?

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