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FT61 WBZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

191,855 mi
Last recorded191,855 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 WBZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 191,855 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Feb 2018 156,050 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 127,332 miles

covers fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2016 97,966 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 97,966 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

off side rear tyre low and inner edge badly worn

Pass 27 Feb 2015 68,088 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

low emitter no readings for emissions

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 WBZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WBZ, 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 WBZ registered?

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

Is FT61 WBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 WBZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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