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KM61 NCX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,863 mi
Last recorded139,863 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM61 NCX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 139,863 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 136,864 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 136,864 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 133,856 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 125,574 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 120,959 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 112,623 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 105,811 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 94,547 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 94,328 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 83,847 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 83,809 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Feb 2017 71,524 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f and n/s/f inner faces (3.5.1i)

o/s/f and n/s/f wipers not clearing 100%

o/s/r and n/s/r tyres uneven wear

Pass 22 Jan 2016 61,268 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 47,978 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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 NCX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KM61 NCX, 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 NCX registered?

KM61 NCX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 February 2012.

Is KM61 NCX safe to buy?

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