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P127 PYA

1997 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,576 mi
Last recorded163,576 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2012
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Passat123,881 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP127 PYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2012 163,576 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 157,176 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 150,161 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 145,548 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 27 Jun 2008 144,304 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2007 139,324 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 132,794 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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P127 PYA is a 1997 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 123,881 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 P127 PYA, 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 29 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 P127 PYA registered?

P127 PYA is a 1997 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 July 1997.

Is P127 PYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P127 PYA shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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