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DCZ 5237

2000 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,995 mi
Last recorded89,995 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2012
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Passat120,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCZ 5237
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2012 89,995 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 89,995 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 87,222 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 84,334 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 81,253 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 81,251 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 77,979 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 77,979 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 74,561 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 72,121 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 72,121 miles

Inner Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2005 67,070 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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DCZ 5237 is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 120,198 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 DCZ 5237, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DCZ 5237 registered?

DCZ 5237 is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is DCZ 5237 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCZ 5237 shows 12 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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