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S971 KJB

1998 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

99,624 mi
Last recorded99,624 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Passat125,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS971 KJB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2013 99,624 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 95,228 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 90,670 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 87,083 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 87,083 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 78,389 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 72,334 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 66,777 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 66,777 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 61,895 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2006 61,895 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2006 60,544 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 60,527 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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S971 KJB is a 1998 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 125,133 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 S971 KJB, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S971 KJB registered?

S971 KJB is a 1998 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 23 October 1998.

Is S971 KJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S971 KJB shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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