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HCG 384W

1981 Volkswagen Passat

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,757 mi
Last recorded74,757 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2014
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Passat82,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCG 384W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2014 74,757 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front exhaust bracket broken but system still secure

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

over plates fitted at time of test

rear wheels pertruding wheel arches

wipers slightly smearing screen

Pass 25 May 2013 73,571 miles

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

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

Fail 24 May 2013 73,571 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 May 2012 71,335 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

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

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

Slight misfire detected at idle

Pass 28 May 2011 69,090 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2010 66,977 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)

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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HCG 384W is a 1981 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 82,487 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 HCG 384W, 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 45 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 HCG 384W registered?

HCG 384W is a 1981 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is HCG 384W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCG 384W 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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