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V281 FPH

2000 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,082 mi
Last recorded155,082 miles
Recorded on23 May 2014
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Passat120,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV281 FPH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2014 155,082 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 141,009 miles

front & rear brake discs showing signs of wear.

n/s/r tyre worn low outer edge.

Fail 14 May 2013 141,009 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

due to excessive play in n/s/f suspension arm unable to check other suspension joints for play accuratly.

front & rear brake discs showing signs of wear.

n/s/r tyre worn low outer edge.

Pass 25 May 2012 122,248 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 May 2011 114,641 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 108,824 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 103,101 miles

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

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

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

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

The near side door mirror glass is cracked.

The near side rear seat belt guide is incomplete.

Fail 16 May 2009 103,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

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

The near side door mirror glass is cracked.

The near side rear seat belt guide is incomplete.

Pass 16 May 2008 96,936 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 93,524 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2007 93,524 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 88,610 miles

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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V281 FPH is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 V281 FPH, 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 V281 FPH registered?

V281 FPH is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 14 February 2000.

Is V281 FPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V281 FPH shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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