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KM61 XSN

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

369,262 mi
Last recorded369,262 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 369,262 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive under the engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear both rear tyres wearing edges and getting low to nearing 2mm

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (5.2.3 (h) (i))

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Fail 19 Mar 2019 369,262 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive under the engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear both rear tyres wearing edges and getting low to nearing 2mm

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (5.2.3 (h) (i))

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 16 Jun 2018 337,294 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2017 303,982 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2017 277,869 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Dec 2016 247,870 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 220,843 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 189,200 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 155,371 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

near side front tyre wearing low on the inner edge

Pass 26 Jan 2015 142,255 miles

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 XSN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XSN, 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 XSN registered?

KM61 XSN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 6 January 2012.

Is KM61 XSN safe to buy?

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