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RF61 LXJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

253,443 mi
Last recorded253,443 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF61 LXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 253,443 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 241,421 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 231,541 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 138,313 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2022 138,233 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 132,697 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 128,186 miles

Under trays/covers fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2020 124,653 miles

Under trays/covers limit inspection

nearside rear and offside front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 10 Jan 2020 124,653 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 4 Jan 2019 113,692 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 205/55 16 91v ()

Pass 21 Dec 2017 100,960 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge 205 55 16 91v (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 89,536 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 89,536 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 76,949 miles

Front tyres starting to wear on inside edge

Offside Front brake disc corroded on inside surface

Pass 15 Jan 2015 57,527 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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RF61 LXJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 RF61 LXJ, 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 RF61 LXJ registered?

RF61 LXJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 February 2012.

Is RF61 LXJ safe to buy?

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