MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,330 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
front number plate cracked but not insecure.
oil leak
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
front number plate cracked but not insecure.
oil leak
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P12 RAE is a 1997 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 P12 RAE, 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
How do I check the history of P12 RAE?
You can check the full history of P12 RAE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was P12 RAE registered?
P12 RAE is a 1997 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is P12 RAE safe to buy?
The MOT history for P12 RAE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P12 RAE have outstanding finance?
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