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SH61 UCN

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

116,319 mi
Last recorded116,319 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH61 UCN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 116,319 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 88,406 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 73,385 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 65,245 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Fail 19 Dec 2019 65,157 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2019 57,743 miles

Engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring various components

Slight cracks in both rear tyre shoulders

Fail 19 Jan 2019 57,743 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring various components

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. 235 40 18 (5.2.3 (e))

Slight cracks in both rear tyre shoulders

Pass 19 Jan 2018 50,549 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 42,555 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 34,635 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 26,792 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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SH61 UCN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SH61 UCN, 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 SH61 UCN registered?

SH61 UCN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 9 January 2012.

Is SH61 UCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH61 UCN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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