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AD05 CAE

2005 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

104,436 mi
Last recorded104,436 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Passat103,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 CAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 104,436 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 92,115 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 92,115 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 79,025 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2012 73,296 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 63,594 miles

nearside rear tyre scrubbing on inner and outer edges

Fail 27 Aug 2011 63,594 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside rear tyre scrubbing on inner and outer edges

Fail 4 Sep 2010 52,803 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 52,803 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 42,491 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 31,350 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 CAE is a 2005 Volkswagen Passat in Blue 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 CAE, 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 CAE registered?

AD05 CAE is a 2005 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 21 August 2005.

Is AD05 CAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 CAE 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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