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222D978

2006 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Petrol 3168cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

123,650 mi
Last recorded123,650 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Passat105,452 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration222D978
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,168cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2017 123,650 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 109,294 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 109,287 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 92,483 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 66,940 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 63,031 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 60,521 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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222D978 is a 2006 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 3,168cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 222D978, 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 222D978 registered?

222D978 is a 2006 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 December 2006.

Is 222D978 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 222D978 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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