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JEG 706Y

1983 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

134,487 mi
Last recorded134,487 miles
Recorded on15 May 2008
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Passat109,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJEG 706Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 May 2008 134,487 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 1 May 2007 134,126 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 133,790 miles
Pass 23 May 2005 133,386 miles
Fail 19 May 2005

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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JEG 706Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 JEG 706Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JEG 706Y registered?

JEG 706Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is JEG 706Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JEG 706Y shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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