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CBK 127W

1980 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1471cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,195 mi
Last recorded73,195 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Passat62,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBK 127W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,471cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2016 73,195 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 73,187 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 73,169 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2013 73,162 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2012 743,160 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 73,148 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 73,146 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 6 Aug 2009 73,144 miles

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/r tyre slightly perished.

Pass 14 Aug 2008 73,141 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 73,125 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 73,113 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 73,081 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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CBK 127W is a 1980 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,471cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 62,718 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 CBK 127W, 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 46 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CBK 127W?

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What year was CBK 127W registered?

CBK 127W is a 1980 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 4 August 1980.

Is CBK 127W safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBK 127W shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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