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H561 EBP

1991 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,951 mi
Last recorded157,951 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2016
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Passat139,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH561 EBP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Dec 2016 157,951 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 156,573 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 154,280 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 153,190 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 148,491 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 143,456 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 141,295 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2006 138,069 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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H561 EBP is a 1991 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H561 EBP, 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 H561 EBP registered?

H561 EBP is a 1991 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 25 April 1991.

Is H561 EBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H561 EBP 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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