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B893 NGW

1985 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

18,078 mi
Last recorded18,078 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Passat98,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB893 NGW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 18,078 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 17,565 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 15,773 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 15,773 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 15,772 miles

n/s/r tyre wall deteriorated

Pass 20 Jan 2012 15,720 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 15,584 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 15,438 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 15,299 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 15,114 miles

Rear Brake has a slight discharge of oil (3.6.E.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 14,917 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 14,732 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 14,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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B893 NGW is a 1985 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 B893 NGW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B893 NGW registered?

B893 NGW is a 1985 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 May 1985.

Is B893 NGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B893 NGW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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