MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
61,744 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)
Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
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Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.
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DBJ 182Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1983 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 109,967 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 DBJ 182Y, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of DBJ 182Y?
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What year was DBJ 182Y registered?
DBJ 182Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 12 April 1983.
Is DBJ 182Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for DBJ 182Y 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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