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L951 GMJ

1993 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

130,645 mi
Last recorded130,645 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2011
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Passat139,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL951 GMJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2011 130,645 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Apr 2011 130,645 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 124,946 miles

both rear axle bushes slightly deteriated

Pass 24 Apr 2009 119,691 miles

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

both rear axle bushes worn

Pass 3 Apr 2008 113,317 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 113,317 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 26 Apr 2007 107,193 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 107,193 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 100,221 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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L951 GMJ is a 1993 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 139,186 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 L951 GMJ, 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 33 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L951 GMJ registered?

L951 GMJ is a 1993 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 August 1993.

Is L951 GMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L951 GMJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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