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LC61 ZFG

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,201 mi
Last recorded137,201 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC61 ZFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2025 137,201 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 130,455 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 118,585 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 109,558 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 100,907 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2020 97,597 miles

engine cover/under trays

Pass 4 Dec 2019 95,189 miles

engine covers fitted under tray fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2018 90,681 miles

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

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

under-trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2017 85,492 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread wearing un-evenly inner edge

engine covers fitted

under-trays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2016 80,432 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 74,818 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 66,672 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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LC61 ZFG 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 LC61 ZFG, 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 LC61 ZFG registered?

LC61 ZFG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is LC61 ZFG safe to buy?

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