MOT Stats


Vehicle types : Car : Volkswagen : Passat : 1997

Volkswagen Passat 1997

Tests: 105

Pass rate: 58.1%

Most common fail reasons

#ReasonFail codeCategory%
1Suspension pin, bush, joint or bearing excessively worn.5.3.4(a)(i)Major20%
2Constant velocity joint boot missing, split, insecure or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt.6.1.7(g)(ii)Major16%
3Headlamp aim outwith limits.4.1.2(a)Major14%
4Stop lamp missing or inoperative.4.3.1(a)(ii)Major11%
5Electrical wiring insecure.4.11(a)(ii)Major9%
6Wiper blade missing or not clearing the windscreen.3.4(b)(ii)Major7%
7Emissions levels exceed default limits.8.2.1.2(b)Major7%
8Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits.8.2.1.2(a)Major7%
9Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or damaged.2.1.3(g)(ii)Major7%
10Headlamp beam image obviously incorrect.4.1.2(c)Major7%
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024

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