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MHZ 5360

2000 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

264,427 mi
Last recorded264,427 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2015
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Passat120,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHZ 5360
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2015 264,427 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 255,207 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 251,579 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2013 251,577 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 239,476 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 226,517 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 226,165 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 216,851 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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MHZ 5360 is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MHZ 5360, 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 MHZ 5360 registered?

MHZ 5360 is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is MHZ 5360 safe to buy?

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