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J656 CVF

1991 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,379 mi
Last recorded120,379 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2010
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Passat139,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ656 CVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2010 120,379 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 112,464 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 112,464 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 103,868 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 98,797 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 94,031 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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J656 CVF is a 1991 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J656 CVF, 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 J656 CVF registered?

J656 CVF is a 1991 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 September 1991.

Is J656 CVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J656 CVF 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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