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VA61 DYB

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,029 mi
Last recorded114,029 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA61 DYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2026 114,029 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 108,594 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 103,057 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 99,329 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 95,540 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 91,364 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 86,995 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 81,445 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 73,143 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 66,744 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 58,509 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 53,532 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 48,327 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/S/R tyre tread distorted

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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VA61 DYB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 VA61 DYB, 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

How do I check the history of VA61 DYB?

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What year was VA61 DYB registered?

VA61 DYB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 14 February 2012.

Is VA61 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA61 DYB shows 13 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 VA61 DYB have outstanding finance?

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