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FY51 DDN

2001 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,144 mi
Last recorded60,144 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Passat112,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 DDN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2013 60,144 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 54,106 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 48,958 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 44,816 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 39,740 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 34,545 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 28,206 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2006 20,870 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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FY51 DDN is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 112,604 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 FY51 DDN, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY51 DDN registered?

FY51 DDN is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is FY51 DDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 DDN shows 8 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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