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H437 DAP

1991 Volkswagen Passat

White Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

205,467 mi
Last recorded205,467 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Passat139,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH437 DAP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 205,467 miles

brake pedal has slight travel

Pass 29 Mar 2017 256,853 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

lowering suspension kit fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2016 248,030 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 240,109 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 240,101 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 230,354 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 22,977 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 221,752 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 221,538 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 212,346 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 201,189 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 201,181 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 189,221 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 177,419 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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H437 DAP is a 1991 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 139,492 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 H437 DAP, 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 35 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 H437 DAP registered?

H437 DAP is a 1991 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 24 June 1991.

Is H437 DAP safe to buy?

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