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FT61 LDF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

171,541 mi
Last recorded171,541 miles
Recorded on2 May 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 LDF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2023 171,541 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 3 May 2022 163,015 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 157,318 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 142,719 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 130,651 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing inner edge

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 23 Apr 2018 112,549 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 112,516 miles

Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 95,757 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 4 Apr 2017 95,757 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 78,780 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 56,627 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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FT61 LDF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc 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 FT61 LDF, 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 FT61 LDF registered?

FT61 LDF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is FT61 LDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 LDF 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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