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VE61 BKZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

109,493 mi
Last recorded109,493 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 BKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 109,493 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 97,791 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre 3mm circa

Offside Rear Inner Tyre 3mm

Fail 14 Jan 2025 97,779 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (245-45-17 91Y) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & 2mm circa (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre 3mm circa

Offside Rear Inner Tyre 3mm

Pass 10 Jan 2024 84,702 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 71,725 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 67,549 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 65,331 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 65,331 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 61,741 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45 17 (5.2.3 (e))

under trays and engine cover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 7 Nov 2018 54,991 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 49,065 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 42,620 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 36,080 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 100% worn inner edge and 2 - 2.5 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 27,956 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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VE61 BKZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VE61 BKZ, 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 VE61 BKZ registered?

VE61 BKZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 6 January 2012.

Is VE61 BKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 BKZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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