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LB61 GRZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

77,243 mi
Last recorded77,243 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB61 GRZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 77,243 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Feb 2026 77,243 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 68,723 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 53,896 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 43,358 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 43,355 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/45/r17w (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2021 41,955 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 40,230 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 38,466 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 34,967 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 31,958 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 31,954 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/45ZR17 (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 27,141 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 23,956 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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LB61 GRZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LB61 GRZ, 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 LB61 GRZ registered?

LB61 GRZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 5 January 2012.

Is LB61 GRZ safe to buy?

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