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GCZ 8765

2000 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,630 mi
Last recorded103,630 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2009
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Passat120,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCZ 8765
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2009 103,630 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 103,630 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 92,080 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 89,797 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 81,043 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 72,268 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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GCZ 8765 is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GCZ 8765, 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 GCZ 8765 registered?

GCZ 8765 is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is GCZ 8765 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCZ 8765 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.

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