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FR61 BPO

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

152,095 mi
Last recorded152,095 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2019 152,095 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2018 146,359 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 130,422 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 130,422 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Sep 2017 115,759 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 115,759 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 101,828 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 86,614 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 72,822 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 56,590 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 39,625 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 30,567 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 17,829 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 BPO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BPO, 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 BPO registered?

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

Is FR61 BPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR61 BPO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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