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FT61 VKZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,485 mi
Last recorded67,485 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 VKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2025 67,485 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 64,012 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 62,441 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 61,108 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Coil spring carrier (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 59,736 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 58,137 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2019 49,271 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2018 42,784 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 36,030 miles

Front Both tyres worn on inner edges

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Flat spot on inner bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2016 29,017 miles

engine bay covers fitted

oil level only just above minimum

under car trays fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2015 22,949 miles

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

Uneven tyre wear on front tyres,possible tracking misallignment

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 VKZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 VKZ, 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 FT61 VKZ registered?

FT61 VKZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 10 February 2012.

Is FT61 VKZ safe to buy?

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