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AKZ 3673

1998 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,808 mi
Last recorded117,808 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Passat125,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKZ 3673
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2025 117,808 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2024 117,214 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 116,510 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 115,905 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 114,931 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 113,681 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 112,603 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 110,828 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 109,204 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 107,508 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 105,726 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 100,482 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 95,367 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 91,003 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 86,634 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 82,307 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 78,631 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 74,383 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 70,126 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 64,733 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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AKZ 3673 is a 1998 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 125,133 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 AKZ 3673, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AKZ 3673 registered?

AKZ 3673 is a 1998 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is AKZ 3673 safe to buy?

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