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KM61 NEF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,786 mi
Last recorded164,786 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM61 NEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2023 164,786 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 157,408 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2021 155,439 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 105,281 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 95,778 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 85,111 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 70,200 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 56,643 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 45,808 miles

head lamp switch faulty

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 NEF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NEF, 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 KM61 NEF registered?

KM61 NEF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 8 February 2012.

Is KM61 NEF safe to buy?

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