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AD17 GHU

2017 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,100 mi
Last recorded42,100 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Passat68,204 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD17 GHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
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 10 Apr 2024 37,059 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 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 7 May 2021 21,148 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 18,207 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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AD17 GHU is a 2017 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,395cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AD17 GHU, 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 AD17 GHU?

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What year was AD17 GHU registered?

AD17 GHU is a 2017 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 26 August 2017.

Is AD17 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD17 GHU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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