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AE66 SXO

2016 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

137,271 mi
Last recorded137,271 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Passat75,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE66 SXO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 137,271 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2025 137,271 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2024 124,589 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leaking all over (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2024 124,589 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Age splits on tread showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leaking all over (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 111,010 miles

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

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2023 111,010 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 94,651 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 77,049 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 77,049 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2020 67,677 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 58,236 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 58,236 miles

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

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 SXO is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 AE66 SXO, 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.

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What year was AE66 SXO registered?

AE66 SXO is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 5 September 2016.

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