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FT61 ZND

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

87,709 mi
Last recorded87,709 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 87,709 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 87,709 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 65,127 miles

Rear Reverse camera slightly obstructing rear number plate.

Pass 23 May 2018 52,447 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 50,673 miles

covers under car and bonnet so some items not seen time of test

Pass 10 Feb 2017 46,497 miles

Front and rear brake discs pitted. Pads 50% worn front and rear. Will require discs next time pads are replaced.

Pass 28 Jan 2016 39,443 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 29,929 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 ZND is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ZND, 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 ZND registered?

FT61 ZND is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 February 2012.

Is FT61 ZND safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 ZND shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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