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AF11 KNL

2011 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

155,394 mi
Last recorded155,394 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2016
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Passat103,007 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF11 KNL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2016 155,394 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 25 Jan 2016 155,394 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 140,309 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 115,785 miles

n/s/r tyre badly distorted

Fail 10 Feb 2014 115,785 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/r tyre badly distorted

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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AF11 KNL is a 2011 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 103,007 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 AF11 KNL, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AF11 KNL registered?

AF11 KNL is a 2011 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 March 2011.

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