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D142 HHX

1987 Volkswagen Passat

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

186,493 mi
Last recorded186,493 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2006
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Passat130,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD142 HHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2006 186,493 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 186,476 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Nov 2005 182,272 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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D142 HHX is a 1987 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 130,836 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 D142 HHX, 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 39 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D142 HHX registered?

D142 HHX is a 1987 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 April 1987.

Is D142 HHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D142 HHX 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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