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AF61 TVX

2011 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,680 mi
Last recorded136,680 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Passat103,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 TVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 136,680 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2025 136,680 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 128,162 miles

both rear tyres are cracking on tread

Fail 28 Aug 2024 128,162 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

both rear tyres are cracking on tread

Pass 29 Aug 2023 121,304 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 115,689 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 104,896 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 100,005 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 90,287 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 80,029 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 68,265 miles

Nearside Front Inner tyre edge close to showing cords

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 4 Sep 2017 68,265 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Inner tyre edge close to showing cords

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2016 54,835 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2015 42,187 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2014 28,598 miles

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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AF61 TVX is a 2011 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 103,007 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF61 TVX, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF61 TVX registered?

AF61 TVX is a 2011 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 5 September 2011.

Is AF61 TVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 TVX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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