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AK71 TWJ

2021 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,956 mi
Last recorded90,956 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2021 Volkswagen Passat52,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK71 TWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 90,956 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2025 90,956 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 68,297 miles

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 TWJ is a 2021 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,395cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 TWJ, 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 TWJ registered?

AK71 TWJ is a 2021 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 December 2021.

Is AK71 TWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK71 TWJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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