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H721 ETR

1991 Volkswagen Passat

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

158,758 mi
Last recorded158,758 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2012
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Passat139,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH721 ETR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2012 158,758 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 157,491 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 154,171 miles

Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

power steering pump slightly noisy on full lock

Pass 23 Jun 2009 152,296 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 23 Jun 2009 152,296 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 150,017 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 150,017 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 149,054 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 149,054 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

n/s/r tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 12 Jun 2006 141,459 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

One of the two n/s/r side lights not working

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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H721 ETR is a 1991 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 H721 ETR, 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 H721 ETR registered?

H721 ETR is a 1991 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 June 1991.

Is H721 ETR safe to buy?

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