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LP61 WDW

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

132,692 mi
Last recorded132,692 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP61 WDW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2021 132,692 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2020 124,183 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2020 124,183 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inside (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 109,614 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 109,527 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour green should be white (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour green should be white (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 99,836 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 95,947 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 86,434 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 79,065 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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LP61 WDW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LP61 WDW, 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 LP61 WDW registered?

LP61 WDW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 February 2012.

Is LP61 WDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP61 WDW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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