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VE61 GUG

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,811 mi
Last recorded96,811 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2026 96,811 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 94,204 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 91,198 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 87,880 miles

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2022 84,721 miles

PLASTIC UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 24 Jun 2021 81,956 miles

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2020 80,082 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2019 77,529 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 73,766 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 67,316 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 60,303 miles

Offside Rear tyre slight out of shape on inner edge

slight corrosion to edge off front brake discs

Pass 15 Dec 2015 52,198 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Full inspection of under body and under bonnet components not possible, covers fitted.

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Dec 2014 43,174 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 GUG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue 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 VE61 GUG, 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 GUG registered?

VE61 GUG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 12 January 2012.

Is VE61 GUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 GUG 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.

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