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FP61 ZBJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

130,895 mi
Last recorded130,895 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP61 ZBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 130,895 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (Both Offside and Nearside very slight play detected \Advise attention soon) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (Both Offside and Nearside lower arms\spring hanger) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 123,897 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 115,890 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone mount ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 109,437 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 101,018 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 94,107 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 86,496 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre worn approx 2.5mm

Pass 9 Nov 2018 78,868 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 71,545 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 61,374 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 49,378 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 14 Dec 2015 49,378 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush console (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 36,570 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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FP61 ZBJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FP61 ZBJ, 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 FP61 ZBJ?

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What year was FP61 ZBJ registered?

FP61 ZBJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 4 January 2012.

Is FP61 ZBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP61 ZBJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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