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PY61 GVR

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

184,015 mi
Last recorded184,015 miles
Recorded on2 May 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY61 GVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2023 184,015 miles

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

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2022 169,434 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 150,117 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2021 150,117 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 May 2020 143,309 miles

both rear tyres slightly out of shape on the inside tread

Pass 27 Apr 2019 128,662 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 108,057 miles

both front wipers worn

Pass 1 Apr 2017 92,276 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 74,134 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended rear tca bush (2.4.F.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 47,994 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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PY61 GVR 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 90%.

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 PY61 GVR, 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 PY61 GVR registered?

PY61 GVR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 January 2012.

Is PY61 GVR safe to buy?

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