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FR61 FXO

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

94,974 mi
Last recorded94,974 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 94,974 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2026 93,718 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 89,663 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2025 89,663 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55r16 91V (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 85,902 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 82,643 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 77,688 miles

slight stone chip in screen

Pass 8 Mar 2021 72,045 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and braking surface reduced (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and braking surface reduced (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 68,099 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 61,840 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 54,830 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 46,150 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 37,018 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 30,222 miles

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

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 FXO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FXO, 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

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What year was FR61 FXO registered?

FR61 FXO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 February 2012.

Is FR61 FXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR61 FXO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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