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A20 SEL

2017 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,819 mi
Last recorded101,819 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Passat68,204 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 SEL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 101,819 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 92,105 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 81,874 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 75,491 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2021 69,500 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2020

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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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A20 SEL is a 2017 Volkswagen Passat in Grey 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 A20 SEL, 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 A20 SEL?

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What year was A20 SEL registered?

A20 SEL is a 2017 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 14 July 2017.

Is A20 SEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 SEL 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.

Does A20 SEL have outstanding finance?

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