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FR61 DVY

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

201,616 mi
Last recorded201,616 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2026 201,616 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2025 185,674 miles

Front chip in front windscreen.

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

Pass 30 Jul 2024 177,614 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 166,647 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 161,456 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 153,925 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 235/45/17

Pass 24 Jul 2020 135,359 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 May 2019 118,013 miles

Nearside Rear 3mm reading taken from the centre of the tyre

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm reading taken from the centre of the tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 63,334 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front wipers slightly smeary

Pass 15 Mar 2017 31,384 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

rear tyres feathered

Pass 16 Mar 2016 27,675 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 20,923 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 DVY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DVY, 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 FR61 DVY?

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What year was FR61 DVY registered?

FR61 DVY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 February 2012.

Is FR61 DVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR61 DVY shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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