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AJ61 GVX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

128,039 mi
Last recorded128,039 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ61 GVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 128,039 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2025 119,152 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 113,141 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 106,078 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread AT LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread AT LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 97,422 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 91,577 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2021 91,577 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 82,797 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2020 82,754 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 72,981 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 61,652 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 52,239 miles

Rear both tyres out of shape

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 42,489 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 35,553 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 31,314 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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AJ61 GVX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 97,978 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 AJ61 GVX, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AJ61 GVX registered?

AJ61 GVX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 February 2012.

Is AJ61 GVX safe to buy?

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