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KPW 311N

1974 Volkswagen Passat

Green Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

102,174 mi
Last recorded102,174 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPW 311N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 102,174 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 May 2021 102,174 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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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KPW 311N is a 1974 Volkswagen Passat in Green with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 KPW 311N, 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 52 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KPW 311N registered?

KPW 311N is a 1974 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 6 September 1974.

Is KPW 311N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPW 311N shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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