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A18 CVS

2005 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

144,389 mi
Last recorded144,389 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Passat103,801 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 CVS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2021 144,389 miles

wear nearside front tyre

Pass 23 Jul 2019 134,941 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread left (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread left (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel arch corroded

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

Fail 23 Jul 2019 134,941 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread left (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread left (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel arch corroded

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 129,029 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 123,215 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 115,787 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 108,800 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 101,334 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2013 92,654 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

middle exhaust pipe has surface corrosion

Pass 20 Sep 2012 84,693 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 111,373 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 102,424 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 90,371 miles

N/S/F INDICATOR LAMP CRACKED

N/S/F WING AND BUMPER DENTED AND SCUFFED

Pass 25 Feb 2009 58,858 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 58,812 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 58,812 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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A18 CVS is a 2005 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 103,801 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 A18 CVS, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A18 CVS registered?

A18 CVS is a 2005 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is A18 CVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 CVS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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