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FIG 2044

1988 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

169,869 mi
Last recorded169,869 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2011
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Passat133,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 2044
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2011 169,869 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2010 165,886 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 162,477 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Fail 2 Feb 2009 162,475 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 158,202 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 153,694 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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FIG 2044 is a 1988 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FIG 2044, 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.

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How do I check the history of FIG 2044?

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What year was FIG 2044 registered?

FIG 2044 is a 1988 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is FIG 2044 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 2044 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FIG 2044 have outstanding finance?

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