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A177 GEH

1983 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,262 mi
Last recorded90,262 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2006
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Passat109,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA177 GEH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2006 90,262 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Non obligatory mirror damaged

front no plate slightly disfigured

rear of body rusty

Pass 1 Sep 2005 89,271 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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A177 GEH is a 1983 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 109,967 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 A177 GEH, 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 43 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 A177 GEH?

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What year was A177 GEH registered?

A177 GEH is a 1983 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 August 1983.

Is A177 GEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A177 GEH shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A177 GEH have outstanding finance?

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