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AD05 BYK

2005 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

135,698 mi
Last recorded135,698 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Passat103,801 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 BYK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2015 135,698 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 124,478 miles

beam deflectors fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2013 114,996 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both head lamp aims on upper limits

Pass 9 Jun 2012 109,752 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 99,951 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 99,951 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 84,240 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 84,240 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 71,428 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 71,422 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 47,273 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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AD05 BYK is a 2005 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AD05 BYK, 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 AD05 BYK registered?

AD05 BYK is a 2005 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 10 July 2005.

Is AD05 BYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 BYK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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