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VE61 LHM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

288,628 mi
Last recorded288,628 miles
Recorded on21 May 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2022 288,628 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 275,034 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 275,034 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (10.1 (d))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2021 259,299 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 257,496 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 257,496 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 244,983 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 225,492 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 203,142 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 182,345 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 163,841 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 154,365 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 123,636 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 123,636 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 105,745 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 79,353 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 LHM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LHM, 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 VE61 LHM registered?

VE61 LHM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is VE61 LHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 LHM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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