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VE61 LZV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

196,408 mi
Last recorded196,408 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2020 196,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 172,744 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 151,384 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 151,342 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 138,935 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 125,498 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint link arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 112,196 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 LZV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LZV, 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 LZV registered?

VE61 LZV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 26 January 2012.

Is VE61 LZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 LZV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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