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GL61 OOG

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

106,603 mi
Last recorded106,603 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL61 OOG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 106,603 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2025 106,603 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 102,720 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 100,473 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 92,561 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 82,374 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 76,963 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 68,700 miles

emissions too clean

Pass 2 Mar 2018 59,331 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 48,585 miles

Emission Too Clean

Pass 28 Jan 2016 39,265 miles

Emissions too clean

Pass 5 Feb 2015 29,500 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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GL61 OOG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GL61 OOG, 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 GL61 OOG?

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What year was GL61 OOG registered?

GL61 OOG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 February 2012.

Is GL61 OOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL61 OOG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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