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VPK 262Y

1982 Volkswagen Passat

Green Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

140,111 mi
Last recorded140,111 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2015
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Passat112,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPK 262Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2015 140,111 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 143,616 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Fail 28 Oct 2014 143,530 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2013 143,258 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Oct 2012 142,919 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 142,602 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2010 142,322 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2009 142,140 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 141,730 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 140,853 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 140,297 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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VPK 262Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Passat in Green with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 VPK 262Y, 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

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What year was VPK 262Y registered?

VPK 262Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is VPK 262Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPK 262Y shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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