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SH61 LVZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

98,906 mi
Last recorded98,906 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH61 LVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 98,906 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 98,906 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jan 2025 82,911 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 71,361 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 26 Jan 2023 58,524 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 45,361 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 44,468 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2021 44,468 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2020 43,791 miles

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

Rear bumper damaged

Pass 23 Jan 2019 39,439 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2019 39,439 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Torn. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Torn. (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018 33,801 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 33,801 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush split (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush starting to split (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs corroded on inner surface (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 26,656 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs corroded on inner surfaces (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake discs slightly corroded on outer surfaces. (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 22,655 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 17,222 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jan 2015 17,222 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside 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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SH61 LVZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SH61 LVZ, 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 SH61 LVZ registered?

SH61 LVZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is SH61 LVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH61 LVZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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