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SB61 EYV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

139,319 mi
Last recorded139,319 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB61 EYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 139,319 miles

Vehicle has been undersealed

Pass 2 Dec 2024 133,187 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 125,765 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 116,370 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 108,465 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 96,464 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 82,472 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 74,494 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 50,762 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav removed from drivers view ()

Fail 7 Jul 2016 50,762 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav removed from drivers view ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted at station (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 49,164 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 38,859 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 38,859 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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SB61 EYV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SB61 EYV, 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 SB61 EYV registered?

SB61 EYV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 January 2012.

Is SB61 EYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB61 EYV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SB61 EYV have outstanding finance?

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