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VE61 GVR

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

178,870 mi
Last recorded178,870 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 GVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2023 178,870 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 170,411 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 148,219 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 131,746 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 120,295 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 103,866 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 93,619 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 82,391 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2016 71,585 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 52,664 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 GVR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 GVR, 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 GVR registered?

VE61 GVR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is VE61 GVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 GVR shows 10 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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