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AO71 ZUD

2021 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,889 mi
Last recorded39,889 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2021 Volkswagen Passat52,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO71 ZUD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 39,889 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 5 Dec 2025 39,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 27,694 miles

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

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

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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AO71 ZUD is a 2021 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,395cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2021 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 52,553 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 AO71 ZUD, 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 5 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 AO71 ZUD registered?

AO71 ZUD is a 2021 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 10 December 2021.

Is AO71 ZUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO71 ZUD shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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