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AF16 VFC

2016 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

107,833 mi
Last recorded107,833 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Passat75,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF16 VFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 107,833 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2025 107,833 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 96,085 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 85,684 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2022 75,709 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 65,729 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 64,446 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 31 Jan 2020 39,777 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 29,902 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (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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AF16 VFC is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat in Silver 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 AF16 VFC, 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 AF16 VFC registered?

AF16 VFC is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is AF16 VFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF16 VFC 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.

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