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C241 EFJ

1985 Volkswagen Passat

White Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

133,479 mi
Last recorded133,479 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Passat98,725 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC241 EFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 133,479 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 132,797 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2020 132,797 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 131,624 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 130,676 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 129,650 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2015 128,645 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 127,454 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 125,773 miles

rear exhaust corroded!

Pass 3 Jan 2013 124,824 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 123,673 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 122,356 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 121,069 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 119,451 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 117,953 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 116,225 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 113,814 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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C241 EFJ is a 1985 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 C241 EFJ, 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 C241 EFJ registered?

C241 EFJ is a 1985 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 23 November 1985.

Is C241 EFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C241 EFJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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