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BL61 DXW

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

163,381 mi
Last recorded163,381 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL61 DXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2022 163,381 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2022 163,328 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 133,596 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 133,593 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong rotation (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting fractured bottom ball joint bolt sheared off (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2020 200,015 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 97,263 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 97,118 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 142,666 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Aug 2017 74,800 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 68,382 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2015 62,104 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 59,357 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Feb 2015 59,357 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BL61 DXW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 BL61 DXW, 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 BL61 DXW registered?

BL61 DXW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 13 February 2012.

Is BL61 DXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL61 DXW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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