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06-G-16856

2006 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,145 mi
Last recorded143,145 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Passat105,452 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration06-G-16856
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Jan 2025 143,145 miles

undertray fitted

Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front lens cracked

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front bonnet damaged

front bumper damaged

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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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06-G-16856 is a 2006 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 105,452 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 06-G-16856, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 06-G-16856 registered?

06-G-16856 is a 2006 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 August 2006.

Is 06-G-16856 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 06-G-16856 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 06-G-16856 have outstanding finance?

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