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V259 KCS

2000 Volkswagen Passat

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

152,999 mi
Last recorded152,999 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2015
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Passat120,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV259 KCS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2015 152,999 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 152,999 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 140,529 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2012 130,453 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 130,448 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 122,881 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

brake pad warning light on

Fail 9 Jan 2012 122,881 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

brake pad warning light on

Pass 14 Dec 2010 112,911 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 112,911 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 102,692 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 102,692 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 90,903 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2007 81,749 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 75,446 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 68,244 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2005 68,244 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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V259 KCS is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 120,198 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 V259 KCS, 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 26 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 V259 KCS registered?

V259 KCS is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 23 February 2000.

Is V259 KCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V259 KCS shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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