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KM61 EWB

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

81,674 mi
Last recorded81,674 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2017
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM61 EWB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2017 81,674 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2015 67,302 miles

nearside rear road wheel inner rim slightly distorted

undertrays, engine covers and plastic sills fitted obscuring the view of some components.

Fail 16 Dec 2015 67,302 miles

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

nearside rear road wheel inner rim slightly distorted

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

undertrays, engine covers and plastic sills fitted obscuring the view of some components.

Pass 13 Jan 2015 52,941 miles

damage to underside of vehicle but components are secure and not dangerous to other road users

Fail 12 Jan 2015 52,852 miles

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

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

damage to underside of vehicle but components are secure and not dangerous to other road users

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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KM61 EWB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KM61 EWB, 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 KM61 EWB registered?

KM61 EWB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 12 January 2012.

Is KM61 EWB safe to buy?

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