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FR61 BNV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

206,683 mi
Last recorded206,683 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR61 BNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 206,683 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2018 205,974 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 205,974 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 170,944 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 152,752 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 134,879 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 132,739 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high N/S Front headlamp aim is too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect O/S Front headlamp beam pattern incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 113,231 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 88,344 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 54,808 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 15,653 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 BNV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FR61 BNV, 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 BNV registered?

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

Is FR61 BNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR61 BNV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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