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FT61 WDE

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,588 mi
Last recorded142,588 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 WDE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 142,588 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2025 142,588 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 139,199 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 133,232 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 126,143 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 120,648 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 97,201 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 87,747 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Nov 2018 80,786 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 17 Nov 2018 80,786 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 70,575 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 61,843 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 61,843 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 54,537 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 47,490 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Jan 2015 47,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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FT61 WDE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WDE, 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

How do I check the history of FT61 WDE?

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What year was FT61 WDE registered?

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

Is FT61 WDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 WDE shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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