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J8 LCR

2000 Volkswagen Passat

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

205,061 mi
Last recorded205,061 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2015
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Passat120,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 LCR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2015 205,061 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 184,353 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 164,304 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 150,057 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 150,051 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 142,145 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2011 141,985 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 128,786 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 128,786 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 117,004 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 102,700 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 102,700 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 89,206 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 78,601 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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J8 LCR is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 120,198 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 J8 LCR, 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 26 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 J8 LCR registered?

J8 LCR is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is J8 LCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 LCR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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