MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
167,174 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Nearside Inner Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Nearside Inner Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Nearside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
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SPL 801X is a 1982 Volkswagen Passat in Beige with a 1,921cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1982 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 112,070 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 SPL 801X, 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 44 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 SPL 801X?
You can check the full history of SPL 801X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was SPL 801X registered?
SPL 801X is a 1982 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 January 1982.
Is SPL 801X safe to buy?
The MOT history for SPL 801X shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SPL 801X have outstanding finance?
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