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B19 PCN

1997 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

210,223 mi
Last recorded210,223 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Passat123,881 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 PCN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2013 210,223 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 190,611 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2011 164,112 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

airbag lamp on

all brake discs lipped and pitted

bonnet pull broken

varoius oil leaks

Fail 30 Sep 2011 164,112 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

airbag lamp on

all brake discs lipped and pitted

bonnet pull broken

varoius oil leaks

Pass 1 Oct 2010 155,261 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 155,261 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 142,984 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 139,727 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 139,727 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 120,963 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 101,322 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 101,322 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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B19 PCN is a 1997 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 B19 PCN, 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 B19 PCN registered?

B19 PCN is a 1997 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is B19 PCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B19 PCN shows 12 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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