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SH59 VDJ

2009 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

121,897 mi
Last recorded121,897 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Passat99,117 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH59 VDJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 121,897 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 117,337 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2023 113,681 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 110,357 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 105,461 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2019 95,411 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 86,478 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 86,408 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 79,324 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 55,083 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2013 33,628 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front wipers slightly smeering

Pass 29 Nov 2012 25,136 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 25,136 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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SH59 VDJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 99,117 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 SH59 VDJ, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SH59 VDJ?

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What year was SH59 VDJ registered?

SH59 VDJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is SH59 VDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH59 VDJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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