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VE61 FLX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

170,734 mi
Last recorded170,734 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 FLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 170,734 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 150,964 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 132,517 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2024 132,517 miles

Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated parking brake control switch broken (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 123,239 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Jan 2023 123,237 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 115,783 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge still just legal (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge still just legal (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 108,170 miles

Tyre Worn Heavily On Inner Edge - N/S/F And O/S/R

Tyre Worn Slightly On Inner Edge - O/S/F And N/S/R

Fail 12 Sep 2020 108,170 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre Worn Heavily On Inner Edge - N/S/F And O/S/R

Tyre Worn Slightly On Inner Edge - O/S/F And N/S/R

Pass 14 Jan 2016 58,759 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 44,186 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside 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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VE61 FLX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VE61 FLX, 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 VE61 FLX?

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What year was VE61 FLX registered?

VE61 FLX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is VE61 FLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 FLX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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