MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
159,357 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
near side rear tyre nearing legel limit
slight exhaust leak at rear silencer
Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
grease leak from offside and nearside outer c.v. boots
slight movement in offside and nearside rear wheel bearings
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B586 XSN is a 1985 Volkswagen Passat in Beige with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1985 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 98,725 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 B586 XSN, 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 41 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was B586 XSN registered?
B586 XSN is a 1985 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 24 May 1985.
Is B586 XSN safe to buy?
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