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AE18 LRN

2018 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,117 mi
Last recorded88,117 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Passat60,064 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE18 LRN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 88,117 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Jun 2023 87,962 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction phone holder inswept area (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 78,361 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 63,022 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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AE18 LRN is a 2018 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 60,064 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 AE18 LRN, 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 8 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE18 LRN registered?

AE18 LRN is a 2018 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 March 2018.

Is AE18 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE18 LRN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE18 LRN have outstanding finance?

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