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SM61 ULU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2022
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,761 mi
Last recorded43,761 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 ULU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 Jan 2021 43,761 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 37,759 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 28,642 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 25,259 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 21,165 miles

advise(o,s,f front wishbone rear bush deteriorating)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 16,822 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 11,914 miles

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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SM61 ULU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SM61 ULU, 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 SM61 ULU registered?

SM61 ULU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 9 February 2012.

Is SM61 ULU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM61 ULU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM61 ULU have outstanding finance?

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