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CLZ 5560

1998 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

183,068 mi
Last recorded183,068 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2013
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Passat125,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLZ 5560
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2013 183,068 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 179,733 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 176,363 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 172,505 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 172,505 miles

Offside coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 158,740 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 164,896 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 161,467 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2006 150,782 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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CLZ 5560 is a 1998 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,898cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 125,133 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 CLZ 5560, 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 28 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 CLZ 5560 registered?

CLZ 5560 is a 1998 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is CLZ 5560 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLZ 5560 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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