MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
166,266 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
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Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.
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AKZ 6444 is a 1997 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1997 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 123,881 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 AKZ 6444, 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 29 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 6444 registered?
AKZ 6444 is a 1997 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is AKZ 6444 safe to buy?
The MOT history for AKZ 6444 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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