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Volkswagen Passat MOT Results

Registered in 2008
60.9% pass rate
from 15,375 tests in 2021
(3.5% better than other 2008 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2008 cars and highlighted areas where the Volkswagen Passat is unusually good or bad.

  • 17% fail on Suspension (9.5% worse than other 2008 cars)
    • 8.9% fail on Springs (49% worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 8.9% fail on Coil springs (50% worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 8.9% fail on Coil spring (51% worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.039% fail on Mounting
    • 7.7% fail on Anti-roll bars (82% worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 3.9% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover (180% worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 1.6% fail on Linkage ball joints (20% worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 1.5% fail on Ball joint dust cover (130% worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.49% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.21% fail on Linkage pins and bushes
      • 0.17% fail on Linkage
      • 0.091% fail on Anti-roll bar (130% worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.039% fail on Pins and bushes (66% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.0065% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 2.5% fail on Suspension arms (50% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 2.1% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.33% fail on Ball joint (84% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.052% fail on Ball joint dust cover (93% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.046% fail on Suspension arm (78% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.026% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.85% fail on Shock absorbers
    • 0.38% fail on Wheel bearings (57% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.17% fail on Other suspension component (44% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.059% fail on Ball joint (61% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.046% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.033% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.026% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.0065% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.078% fail on Component mounting prescribed areas (89% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.065% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.046% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.013% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0065% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 0.059% fail on Macpherson strut (73% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.052% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.0065% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 0.026% fail on Sub-frames (94% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.020% fail on Sub-frame (91% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.0065% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.020% fail on Axles (90% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.020% fail on Swivel pins and bushes (89% better than other 2008 cars)
  • 9.5% fail on Tyres (46% worse than other 2008 cars)
    • 5.1% fail on Tread depth (39% worse than other 2008 cars)
    • 5.0% fail on Condition (66% worse than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.21% fail on Size/type
  • 9.1% fail on Body, chassis, structure (47% worse than other 2008 cars)
    • 5.6% fail on Transmission (110% worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 5.5% fail on Drive shafts (110% worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 5.4% fail on Joints (110% worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.046% fail on Drive shaft
        • 0.0065% fail on Flexible couplings
      • 0.16% fail on Prop shafts
        • 0.16% fail on Joints
    • 1.9% fail on Exhaust system (18% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 1.7% fail on Doors (3 times worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.84% fail on Driver's door (7 times worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.82% fail on Door condition (7 times worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.020% fail on Catch (4 times worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.64% fail on Front passenger's door (4 times worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.64% fail on Door condition (4 times worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.0065% fail on Catch
      • 0.39% fail on Other passenger's door (130% worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.39% fail on Door condition (140% worse than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.31% fail on Body (130% worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.17% fail on Panel (3 times worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.14% fail on Other body component
      • 0.0065% fail on Body condition
    • 0.098% fail on Fuel system (63% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.046% fail on Tank
      • 0.039% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device (73% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Hose
    • 0.065% fail on Boot lid
      • 0.059% fail on Boot lid condition
      • 0.0065% fail on Other boot lid component
    • 0.052% fail on Bumpers (66% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.046% fail on Undertray
    • 0.020% fail on Integral vehicle structure (92% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.020% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition (91% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.020% fail on Engine mounting
      • 0.020% fail on Engine mounting condition
    • 0.020% fail on Seats (84% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.020% fail on Passenger's seat
    • 0.0065% fail on Towbar
      • 0.0065% fail on Coupling
    • 0.0065% fail on Load security
      • 0.0065% fail on Tailgate
        • 0.0065% fail on Tailgate condition
  • 7.8% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (44% worse than other 2008 cars)
    • 7.6% fail on Exhaust emissions (48% worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 5.6% fail on Compression ignition (2 times worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 3.2% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (4 times worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 1.1% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo (180% worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.87% fail on On or after 01/07/2008 (89% worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.49% fail on Emissions not tested (2 times worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.046% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.013% fail on Catalytic converter
          • 0.013% fail on Particulate filter
          • 0.013% fail on Other emission control equipment
          • 0.0065% fail on Exhaust gas recirculation valve
        • 0.039% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
        • 0.033% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
        • 0.0065% fail on Pre 01/01/1980 visual
      • 2.2% fail on Spark ignition (39% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 1.9% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.20% fail on Catalyst emissions (89% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.10% fail on Emissions not tested (81% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.026% fail on Non catalyst emissions
    • 0.21% fail on Fluid leaks (41% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.20% fail on Engine oil leaks
      • 0.0065% fail on Transmission oil leaks
      • 0.0065% fail on Other leaks
    • 0.033% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.033% fail on Undertray
  • 7.6% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (44% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 2.5% fail on Headlamp aim (27% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 2.4% fail on Headlamp aim (25% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.16% fail on Headlamp aim not tested (55% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 2.2% fail on Direction indicators
      • 2.2% fail on Flashing type
        • 1.8% fail on Side repeaters (150% worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.52% fail on Individual direction indicators (62% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.0065% fail on All direction indicators
    • 1.9% fail on Headlamps (49% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 1.8% fail on Headlamp (48% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.091% fail on Headlamp levelling device (52% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.66% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (68% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.54% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.30% fail on Battery(ies)
      • 0.16% fail on Horn
      • 0.039% fail on Trailer electrical socket (2 times worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.039% fail on Electrical wiring
    • 0.37% fail on Stop lamp (90% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.34% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (47% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.34% fail on Rear fog lamp (47% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.34% fail on Rear fog lamp (47% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.059% fail on Position lamps (65% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.059% fail on Position lamp (63% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.020% fail on Mandatory tell-tales
      • 0.020% fail on Rear fog lamp tell-tale
    • 0.013% fail on Rear reflectors (79% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.0065% fail on Hazard warning
      • 0.0065% fail on Switch
  • 7.1% fail on Brakes (30% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 3.4% fail on Brake performance (36% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 1.8% fail on Service brake performance (31% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 1.7% fail on Rbt (31% better than other 2008 cars)
          • 1.5% fail on Service brake performance (31% better than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.36% fail on Service brake imbalance
        • 0.033% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.026% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
          • 0.0065% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.0065% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.0065% fail on Service brake performance
      • 1.4% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (47% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 1.3% fail on Rbt (sp) (45% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.0065% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
      • 0.58% fail on Parking brake performance (47% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.56% fail on Rbt (46% better than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.50% fail on Parking brake performance (46% better than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.065% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
        • 0.020% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.013% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
          • 0.0065% fail on Parking brake performance
      • 0.33% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (50% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.33% fail on Rbt (sp) (50% better than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.21% fail on Service brake imbalance (61% better than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.14% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.0065% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
          • 0.0065% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.20% fail on Brake performance not tested
    • 2.7% fail on Mechanical brake components (13% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 2.3% fail on Brake linings and pads
        • 2.3% fail on Brake pads
      • 0.75% fail on Brake discs and drums (39% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.75% fail on Brake discs (38% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages (91% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.0065% fail on Rod
        • 0.0065% fail on Cable
    • 1.2% fail on Parking brake control (160% worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 1.2% fail on Electronic parking brake (17 times worse than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.62% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (32% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.34% fail on Anti-lock braking system (55% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.30% fail on Electronic stability control
      • 0.14% fail on Electronic braking system (4 times worse than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.23% fail on Rigid brake pipes (84% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.13% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.12% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
      • 0.013% fail on Hydraulic brake cylinder
    • 0.11% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.078% fail on Brake fluid
      • 0.020% fail on Servos
      • 0.0065% fail on Master cylinder
      • 0.0065% fail on Reservoirs
    • 0.11% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.085% fail on Air and vacuum systems (2 times worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.072% fail on Servos (6 times worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.0065% fail on Operation
      • 0.0065% fail on Leaks
    • 0.033% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever (91% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.033% fail on Pedal (79% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.033% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.026% fail on Other components
      • 0.0065% fail on Additional braking device
  • 4.2% fail on Visibility (33% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 2.3% fail on Washers (27% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 1.6% fail on Wipers (46% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.23% fail on View to rear
      • 0.23% fail on Mirrors
    • 0.19% fail on Bonnet
    • 0.14% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.14% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.013% fail on Driver's view
  • 1.1% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (29% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.77% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
    • 0.31% fail on Seat belts (59% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.24% fail on Condition (43% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.046% fail on Requirements
      • 0.020% fail on Attachment
      • 0.013% fail on Prescribed areas (96% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.033% fail on Airbags
      • 0.026% fail on Drivers airbag
      • 0.0065% fail on Passengers airbag
  • 0.89% fail on Steering (67% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.53% fail on Steering linkage components (74% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.46% fail on Track rod end (75% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.033% fail on Ball joint (70% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.026% fail on Drag link end
      • 0.0065% fail on Steering arm
      • 0.0065% fail on Locking devices
    • 0.23% fail on Electronic power steering (4 times worse than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on Steering gear (75% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Steering rack (74% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.039% fail on Steering play
      • 0.039% fail on Steering rack
  • 0.51% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.51% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.40% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.37% fail on Attachment
    • 0.026% fail on Condition (81% better than other 2008 cars)
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