MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
160,335 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Rear nail in tread
engine covers and under trays fitted limiting the view of some testable items
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Rear nail in tread
engine covers and under trays fitted limiting the view of some testable items
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
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SM61 PZE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 SM61 PZE, 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 SM61 PZE registered?
SM61 PZE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 18 January 2012.
Is SM61 PZE safe to buy?
The MOT history for SM61 PZE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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