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AF66 VBY

2016 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,820 mi
Last recorded30,820 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Passat75,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF66 VBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2026 30,820 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 28,309 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 25,896 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 23,304 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 21,121 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 17,966 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 15,642 miles

engine cover fitted

under floor covers/ under tray fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2019 12,433 miles

engine cover fitted

osf/both rear tyres cracking in tread

under tray/under floor covers fitted

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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AF66 VBY is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat in White 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 AF66 VBY, 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 AF66 VBY registered?

AF66 VBY is a 2016 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 September 2016.

Is AF66 VBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF66 VBY 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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