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D408 CFL

1987 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,707 mi
Last recorded123,707 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Passat130,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD408 CFL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2018 123,707 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 123,520 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both rear tyres wearing low

slight oil leak

various light corrosion to chassis

Pass 30 Apr 2014 123,355 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 3 May 2013 123,005 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 122,961 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 122,787 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 122,590 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 121,499 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 120,978 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 120,181 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 119,351 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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D408 CFL is a 1987 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D408 CFL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D408 CFL registered?

D408 CFL is a 1987 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 26 June 1987.

Is D408 CFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D408 CFL shows 11 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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