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AE66 MBX

2016 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,492 mi
Last recorded115,492 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Passat75,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE66 MBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2016
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 13 Dec 2025 115,492 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 104,368 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 98,735 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 87,575 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 69,374 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 53,764 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 42,064 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 28,556 miles

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

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

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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AE66 MBX is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AE66 MBX, 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 AE66 MBX registered?

AE66 MBX is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 September 2016.

Is AE66 MBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE66 MBX shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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