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X396 UFS

2000 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,325 mi
Last recorded141,325 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2011
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Passat120,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX396 UFS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2011 141,325 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 126,607 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 126,606 miles

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 11,727 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 117,279 miles

Centre Front Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Lower Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 103,879 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 97,153 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 84,321 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 841,479 miles

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

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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X396 UFS is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X396 UFS, 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 X396 UFS?

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What year was X396 UFS registered?

X396 UFS is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 November 2000.

Is X396 UFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X396 UFS shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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