VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT MOT pass rate
76.9% of 277,701 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT MOT tests pass.
At 76.9%, The PASSAT passes slightly less often than the average across all VOLKSWAGEN models (79.0%).
At 76.9%, The VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT passes slightly less often than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT tested at 0–3 years pass 89.4% of the time, compared with just 67.1% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 89.4% | 4,486 | 44,116 miles |
| 3–6 years | 89.8% | 32,439 | 62,394 miles |
| 6–10 years | 83.9% | 82,240 | 103,609 miles |
| 10–15 years | 72.3% | 96,669 | 136,152 miles |
| 15+ years | 67.1% | 61,867 | 153,077 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT fails its MOT is suspension — present in 51.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 51.2% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 35.8% | Not working |
| Tyres | 34.7% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Brakes | 24.1% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Body, chassis, structure | 14.6% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 11.8% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Visibility | 9.2% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 4.7% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Steering | 2.9% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Road Wheels | 1.5% | Fixing missing |
Related VOLKSWAGEN models
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — 80.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO — 74.5% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER — 74.6% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN — 86.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN CADDY — 76.6% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN UP — 85.4% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT?
- 76.9% of VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT MOT tests pass, based on 277,701 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT?
- The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT fails its MOT is suspension — present in 51.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
- Does this show the VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the VOLKSWAGEN service history guide for how to check and keep one.