MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
158,742 miAbove average mileage for this year
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gas struts not supporting the tail door
general corrosion present on vehicle bodywork
nearside headlamp glass cracked and offside glass chipped
offside rear seat belt has been removed
oil leak
slight brake bind at both front wheels
slight damage on nearside rear wheel arch
slight wear on both rear shock absorber piston rods
Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
gas struts not supporting the tail door
general corrosion present on vehicle bodywork
nearside headlamp glass cracked and offside glass chipped †
offside rear seat belt has been removed
oil leak
slight brake bind at both front wheels
slight damage on nearside rear wheel arch
slight wear on both rear shock absorber piston rods †
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Top MOT Failure Points
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F721 USX is a 1988 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 F721 USX, 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
How do I check the history of F721 USX?
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What year was F721 USX registered?
F721 USX is a 1988 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 22 November 1988.
Is F721 USX safe to buy?
The MOT history for F721 USX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does F721 USX have outstanding finance?
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