43 Model Years Analyzed
Volkswagen Passat
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1972-2023), based on 248,006 DVSA recorded tests.
79.8%
Average Pass Rate
43
Model Years
248k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2011 Volkswagen Passat MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
48 tests
31 tests
47 tests
1,923 tests
7,487 tests
12,608 tests
16,264 tests
18,032 tests
19,092 tests
19,151 tests
16,002 tests
19,056 tests
22,714 tests
16,383 tests
16,973 tests
15,061 tests
13,759 tests
9,625 tests
6,756 tests
5,347 tests
4,557 tests
2,953 tests
1,716 tests
809 tests
662 tests
465 tests
145 tests
77 tests
51 tests
46 tests
35 tests
26 tests
27 tests
24 tests
13 tests
9 tests
14 tests
4 tests
3 tests
2 tests
7 tests
1 tests
1 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 2A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 3A tyre seriously damaged
- 4Brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured
- 5A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Volkswagen Passat?
The Volkswagen Passat has an average 79.8% MOT pass rate across model years 1972 to 2023, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Passat?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Volkswagen Passat across all years are: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre seriously damaged. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Volkswagen Passat year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Volkswagen Passat model years.