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VAZ 96

2008 Volkswagen Passat TDI

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

254,551 mi
Last recorded254,551 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAZ 96
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat TDI
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 254,551 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 247,044 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 238,251 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 227,784 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 219,906 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 196,275 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 176,075 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 154,116 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat TDI?

Based on 757 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
8,997
Miles/Year
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTER SIDEWALL 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
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VAZ 96 is a 2008 Volkswagen Passat TDI in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VAZ 96, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VAZ 96 registered?

VAZ 96 is a 2008 Volkswagen Passat TDI, first registered on 22 August 2008.

Is VAZ 96 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAZ 96 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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