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V291 LYA

2000 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

160,378 mi
Last recorded160,378 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2014
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Passat120,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV291 LYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2014 160,378 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 15,645 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 153,115 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 143,546 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 140,117 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 129,555 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2007 129,555 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 121,958 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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V291 LYA is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 V291 LYA, 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

How do I check the history of V291 LYA?

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What year was V291 LYA registered?

V291 LYA is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 February 2000.

Is V291 LYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V291 LYA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V291 LYA have outstanding finance?

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