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FCZ 8497

2000 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

225,441 mi
Last recorded225,441 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2013
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Passat120,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCZ 8497
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2013 225,441 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2011 215,516 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 215,516 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 208,312 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 199,050 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 186,512 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 186,511 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 172,407 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 158,420 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 158,420 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FCZ 8497 is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 120,198 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 FCZ 8497, 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 26 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 FCZ 8497 registered?

FCZ 8497 is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is FCZ 8497 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCZ 8497 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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