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MW61 VFC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

212,184 mi
Last recorded212,184 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW61 VFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2023 212,184 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front undertray missing

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 204,256 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general under body rust

under trays fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2021 193,710 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

Offside Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 186,528 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 181,515 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 166,465 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Aug 2017 142,085 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 107,802 miles

Front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 21 Jan 2015 98,618 miles

emissions to clean to take reading

small cut in nsr seat belt webbing

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 VFC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 MW61 VFC, 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 MW61 VFC registered?

MW61 VFC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is MW61 VFC safe to buy?

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