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AD06 EDC

2006 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

166,900 mi
Last recorded166,900 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Passat105,452 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD06 EDC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2021 166,900 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jul 2021 166,890 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 162,883 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 160,054 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 153,924 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 146,964 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 142,049 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 135,805 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2015 135,796 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 127,984 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 120,570 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 120,570 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 105,523 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 91,053 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)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 75,249 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 56,611 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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AD06 EDC is a 2006 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 105,452 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 AD06 EDC, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD06 EDC registered?

AD06 EDC is a 2006 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 3 July 2006.

Is AD06 EDC safe to buy?

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