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AE63 EBZ

2013 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

159,547 mi
Last recorded159,547 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Passat90,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE63 EBZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 159,547 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2025 153,599 miles

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Jan 2025 153,599 miles

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Registration plate inscription illegible REAR REG PLATE DIRTY UNABLE TO READ (RECTIFIED) (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 142,789 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 142,694 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2022 123,644 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 105,305 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 91,735 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 91,735 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 74,486 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 62,456 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Sep 2018 62,455 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 140,267 miles

engine covers and undertray fitted

front brake discs heavily lipped and worn

Pass 13 Sep 2016 103,000 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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AE63 EBZ is a 2013 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 90,248 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 AE63 EBZ, 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 13 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AE63 EBZ registered?

AE63 EBZ is a 2013 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 September 2013.

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