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DA61 YVC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

219,054 mi
Last recorded219,054 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA61 YVC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Jul 2026 219,054 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))

Emission control equipment missing where fitted as standard Various pipework at EGR valve (8.2.2.1 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed due to componants missing (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Exhaust gas recirculation valve obviously modified 1x coolant pipe missing (8.2.2.1 (a))

Exhaust gas recirculation valve obviously modified 2x metal pipes are missing (8.2.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible dip LED fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible dip LED fitted (4.1.4 (c))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine area of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front DRL inoperative

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear w/washer not working

TPMS light illuminated

park brake warning lamp illuminated

Coolant leak SUSPECT at water pump

Pass 7 Jul 2025 207,368 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 195,868 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 177,555 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small cut on outer side wall and screw in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 3 May 2022 173,209 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 170,491 miles

Central exhaust clamp/sleeve broken

Front reg plate holder deteriorated (not likely to become detached)

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

covers/undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Fail 26 Mar 2021 170,435 miles

Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction devise holder affixed to front wind screen in swept area (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central exhaust clamp/sleeve broken

Front reg plate holder deteriorated (not likely to become detached)

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

covers/undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 9 Apr 2019 223,610 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2018 126,301 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 123,901 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 121,178 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 89,311 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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DA61 YVC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DA61 YVC, 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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DA61 YVC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 February 2012.

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