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FR61 BMZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

142,698 mi
Last recorded142,698 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR61 BMZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 142,698 miles

Nearside Front slight cuts on tyre

Nearside Rear slight cut on tyre

front registration plate slightly damaged

Pass 9 Mar 2018 134,382 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 134,382 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 121,201 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2016 89,321 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Mar 2016 88,712 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 60,517 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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FR61 BMZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FR61 BMZ, 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 FR61 BMZ registered?

FR61 BMZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 23 February 2012.

Is FR61 BMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR61 BMZ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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