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AV61 VXH

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

170,519 mi
Last recorded170,519 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 VXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2024 170,519 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 161,302 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 152,318 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2022 152,318 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 142,909 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 136,122 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 127,105 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 116,782 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 116,782 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 108,058 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 103,100 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 95,914 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 81,305 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 VXH is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VXH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AV61 VXH?

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What year was AV61 VXH registered?

AV61 VXH is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is AV61 VXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV61 VXH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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