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AK71 DWV

2021 Volkswagen Passat

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,598 mi
Last recorded79,598 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2021 Volkswagen Passat52,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK71 DWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 79,598 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged edge, has damage, cords soon be visible, advise replacement 215 55 zr17 98w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front tyre bald/worn inner edge

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 64,565 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 54,571 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2024 54,569 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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AK71 DWV is a 2021 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,395cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2021 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 52,553 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 AK71 DWV, 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 5 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK71 DWV registered?

AK71 DWV is a 2021 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 14 October 2021.

Is AK71 DWV safe to buy?

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