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MW61 SOJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,975 mi
Last recorded108,975 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW61 SOJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 108,975 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 105,624 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2024 105,424 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 103,429 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 100,358 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 88,914 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 83,421 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2019 83,327 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 79,649 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 57,981 miles

rear tyres feathered on inner edges

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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MW61 SOJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MW61 SOJ, 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 MW61 SOJ registered?

MW61 SOJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is MW61 SOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW61 SOJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MW61 SOJ have outstanding finance?

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