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A26 EWB

2007 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

174,724 mi
Last recorded174,724 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Passat106,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA26 EWB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 174,724 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 171,459 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 168,438 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 165,163 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 162,047 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 162,032 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2020 159,943 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 157,115 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 148,710 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 139,073 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 130,250 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 130,250 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 108,908 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge, small cut to tread inner edge

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

Pass 24 Dec 2014 97,839 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 84,896 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 69,300 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 56,065 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 43,964 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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A26 EWB is a 2007 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 106,474 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 A26 EWB, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A26 EWB registered?

A26 EWB is a 2007 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 October 2007.

Is A26 EWB safe to buy?

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