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47 MAX

2017 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,368 mi
Last recorded43,368 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Passat68,204 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration47 MAX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2025 43,368 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235-45-18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 43,917 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded BOTTOM COIL (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded BOTTOM COIL (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 42,900 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 41,902 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 38,935 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 29,880 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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47 MAX is a 2017 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 68,204 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 47 MAX, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 47 MAX?

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What year was 47 MAX registered?

47 MAX is a 2017 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 September 2017.

Is 47 MAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 47 MAX shows 6 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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