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G153 RSA

1990 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

225,000 mi
Last recorded225,000 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2006
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Passat145,945 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG153 RSA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2006 225,000 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 21 Apr 2006 225,000 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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G153 RSA is a 1990 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 145,945 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 G153 RSA, 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 36 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G153 RSA registered?

G153 RSA is a 1990 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 26 March 1990.

Is G153 RSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G153 RSA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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