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AV61 TKX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

144,201 mi
Last recorded144,201 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 TKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2022 144,201 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2022 144,201 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 135,462 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 134,453 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2019 127,736 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 127,598 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbone lower rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 115,621 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Feb 2018 98,779 miles

no emission test carried out, engine wont rev

Pass 28 Jan 2017 81,630 miles

both rear tyres worn inner edge

Pass 13 Feb 2016 61,957 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 39,921 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AV61 TKX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AV61 TKX, 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 AV61 TKX registered?

AV61 TKX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 January 2012.

Is AV61 TKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV61 TKX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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