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E300 DNJ

1988 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

214,207 mi
Last recorded214,207 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2012
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Passat133,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE300 DNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2012 214,207 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 209,692 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 209,692 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 205,308 miles

Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 22 Sep 2010 205,307 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 1 Oct 2009 201,060 miles

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 201,060 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 195,700 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 191,175 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 187,813 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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E300 DNJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 133,292 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 E300 DNJ, 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 38 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 E300 DNJ registered?

E300 DNJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 4 February 1988.

Is E300 DNJ safe to buy?

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