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MW61 ZNU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,529 mi
Last recorded150,529 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW61 ZNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 150,529 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush at the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush at the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2017 139,026 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both sides, rear wishbone bushes (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Dec 2017 139,026 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both sides, rear wishbone bushes (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 107,440 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 97,921 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 74,833 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 ZNU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ZNU, 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 ZNU registered?

MW61 ZNU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 24 February 2012.

Is MW61 ZNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW61 ZNU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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