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AA52 TES

2013 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

151,783 mi
Last recorded151,783 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Passat90,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA52 TES
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2013
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 151,783 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 141,656 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))

Fail 26 Sep 2024 141,652 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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 29 Sep 2023 130,950 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 130,950 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 121,701 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 114,502 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 112,119 miles

Engine cover and under-trays

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 108,248 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 104,657 miles

Under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2016 96,041 miles

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

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

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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AA52 TES is a 2013 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 90,248 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 AA52 TES, 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 13 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AA52 TES registered?

AA52 TES is a 2013 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 6 September 2013.

Is AA52 TES safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA52 TES shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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