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8787 PH

2001 Volkswagen Passat

Green Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,798 mi
Last recorded7,798 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Passat112,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8787 PH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2025 7,798 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive from rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 7,749 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 7,520 miles

slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 15 Aug 2022 7,452 miles

slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 4 Nov 2020 7,427 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 7,405 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 7,384 miles

Slight oil leak rear diff

Pass 1 Jun 2017 6,974 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 6,935 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 6,913 miles

oil leak from rear diff

Pass 27 May 2014 6,845 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 6,725 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2012 6,702 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 6,683 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 6,665 miles

oil leak rear diff

Pass 23 May 2008 6,632 miles

cut in o/s rear tyre tread

Pass 18 May 2007 6,587 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 6,135 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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8787 PH is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat in Green with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 112,604 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 8787 PH, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 8787 PH?

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What year was 8787 PH registered?

8787 PH is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 May 2001.

Is 8787 PH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8787 PH shows 18 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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