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VE61 PZG

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,160 mi
Last recorded123,160 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2017 123,160 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 120,169 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 114,974 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both sides drop link (2.4.G.2)

engine covers and undertrays covering floor pan

Pass 8 Oct 2015 102,778 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear INNER tailgate light unit damaged

Pass 18 Dec 2014 77,680 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 PZG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 PZG, 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 PZG registered?

VE61 PZG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 February 2012.

Is VE61 PZG safe to buy?

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