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A8 TRH

2017 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

47,016 mi
Last recorded47,016 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Passat68,204 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 TRH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 47,016 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2025 73,572 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 42,100 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 42,100 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Dec 2024 69,896 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 37,059 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 66,610 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 32,600 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 63,826 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 28,008 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside / Offside ()

Vehicle Has Covers/Trays Fitted, Unable To See Certain Testable Items

Pass 22 Feb 2022 57,114 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 7 May 2021 21,148 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 49,002 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 18,207 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 41,914 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 33,515 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 23,487 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 17,601 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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A8 TRH is a 2017 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,395cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 A8 TRH, 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 A8 TRH?

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What year was A8 TRH registered?

A8 TRH is a 2017 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 26 August 2017.

Is A8 TRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 TRH shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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