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KR61 BZM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,718 mi
Last recorded80,718 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR61 BZM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2026 80,718 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2025 73,870 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2024 70,819 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 68,426 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 61,926 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 56,309 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 52,999 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 48,663 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 43,685 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 37,135 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 28,444 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 23,191 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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KR61 BZM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KR61 BZM, 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 KR61 BZM registered?

KR61 BZM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 22 February 2012.

Is KR61 BZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR61 BZM shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KR61 BZM have outstanding finance?

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