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J122 DYD

1992 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

236,468 mi
Last recorded236,468 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2008
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Passat138,082 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ122 DYD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2008 236,468 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 236,467 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 232,887 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 232,887 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 225,741 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 225,792 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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J122 DYD is a 1992 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 138,082 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 J122 DYD, 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 34 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 J122 DYD registered?

J122 DYD is a 1992 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 March 1992.

Is J122 DYD safe to buy?

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