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FT61 MTE

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,748 mi
Last recorded99,748 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2018 99,748 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 84,006 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 78,506 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 75,719 miles

Nearside Front Daytime running light inopp

Pass 9 Jan 2017 71,413 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 69,433 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 65,194 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 8 Jan 2015 53,350 miles

damage to nearside front tyre in outer sidewall

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 MTE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 FT61 MTE, 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 MTE registered?

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

Is FT61 MTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 MTE shows 8 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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