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VA61 GKK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,087 mi
Last recorded152,087 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA61 GKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2021 152,087 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 135,117 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 128,905 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 121,412 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 109,910 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 101,434 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 92,015 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 81,976 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 57,983 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 55,927 miles

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

engine cover & undertray fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2015 48,912 miles

Nearside Rear nail in the tyre

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2015 43,505 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 GKK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GKK, 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 VA61 GKK registered?

VA61 GKK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 February 2012.

Is VA61 GKK safe to buy?

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