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VE61 LYV

2012 Volkswagen Cc

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

225,285 mi
Last recorded225,285 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Cc86,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 LYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCc
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 225,285 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2026 225,281 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2025 212,334 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s+o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 197,464 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 181,032 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 171,637 miles

Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Aug 2021 276,166 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 167,537 miles

both front discs worn

Fail 30 Jul 2020 167,532 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

under tray(S)fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 25 Aug 2019 162,335 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 155,948 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 143,028 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2015 126,815 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 113,258 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing on the inside

washer water frozen

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Cc?

Based on 188,914 MOT tests across 20,008 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
8,258
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
20,008
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,466
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VE61 LYV is a 2012 Volkswagen Cc in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Cc models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 86,196 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 Cc fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,466 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE61 LYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Cc typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Cc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VE61 LYV registered?

VE61 LYV is a 2012 Volkswagen Cc, first registered on 24 January 2012.

Is VE61 LYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 LYV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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