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KR61 MXC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

71,525 mi
Last recorded71,525 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2017
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2017 71,525 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 59,695 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 59,695 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre wearing worn.

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 46,752 miles

both front tyres inner,outer slightly worn.

Fail 6 Feb 2015 46,752 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

both front tyres inner,outer slightly worn.

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 MXC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc 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 KR61 MXC, 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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How do I check the history of KR61 MXC?

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What year was KR61 MXC registered?

KR61 MXC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 14 February 2012.

Is KR61 MXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR61 MXC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KR61 MXC have outstanding finance?

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