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AF61 TXK

2011 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

253,781 mi
Last recorded253,781 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Passat103,007 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 TXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 253,781 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 253,331 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 246,840 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 246,840 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside DRL in op

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 227,424 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

coil springs rusting

Pass 2 Sep 2020 200,688 miles

Nearside Front tyre low on tread and worn on inner edge

Rear coil springs rusting

exhaust centre sleeve corroded

Fail 2 Sep 2020 200,688 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front tyre low on tread and worn on inner edge

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear coil springs rusting

exhaust centre sleeve corroded

Pass 16 Aug 2019 179,619 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust centre clamp corroded

front lower arm rear bushes showing wear

rear coil springs rusting

Pass 22 Aug 2018 153,118 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

exhaust centre clamp rusting

rear coil springs rusting

Fail 17 Aug 2018 152,739 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

exhaust centre clamp rusting

rear coil springs rusting

Pass 18 Aug 2017 127,595 miles

Nearside side repeater lense damaged

both rear tyres slightly distorted across tread

rear brake discs rusting

rear suspension springs rusting

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2016 116,764 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

both front tyres close to legal limit (2mm)

exhaust centre section clamp rusting

rear brake discs starting to rust

slight damage to offside front inner wing liner

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2015 103,048 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 81,877 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 TXK is a 2011 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TXK, 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.

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AF61 TXK is a 2011 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 September 2011.

Is AF61 TXK safe to buy?

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