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CO5199AC

1995 Volkswagen Passat

Green Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

276,936 mi
Last recorded276,936 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 1995 Volkswagen Passat129,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCO5199AC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 276,936 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 275,680 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 May 2016 259,263 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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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CO5199AC is a 1995 Volkswagen Passat in Green with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 129,358 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 CO5199AC, 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 31 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 CO5199AC registered?

CO5199AC is a 1995 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 April 1995.

Is CO5199AC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CO5199AC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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