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AE13 SKZ

2013 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,655 mi
Last recorded147,655 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Passat90,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE13 SKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2021 147,655 miles

Offside Daytime running lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive requires attention soon (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2021 147,266 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light (7.1.6 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front lower arm back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Daytime running lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive requires attention soon (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 139,450 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 7 Dec 2018 133,000 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 130,907 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 130,907 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2018 130,264 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 120,736 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 118,691 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 117,465 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2016 117,465 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 116,300 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 114,499 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 114,498 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear 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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AE13 SKZ is a 2013 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 AE13 SKZ, 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.

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What year was AE13 SKZ registered?

AE13 SKZ is a 2013 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 6 March 2013.

Is AE13 SKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE13 SKZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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