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VE61 PZR

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

206,366 mi
Last recorded206,366 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2021 206,366 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2021 206,357 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 195,649 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 177,241 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 169,481 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front & Rear Both Side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Front Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 1 Oct 2018 150,808 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 12 Jun 2018 141,386 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 12 Dec 2017 124,160 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Dec 2017 124,160 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Sep 2017 121,557 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 101,382 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 81,009 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 55,457 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 32,750 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 27,071 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

cut to outer wall of n/s/r tyre

Pass 13 Jan 2015 27,071 miles

cut to outer wall of n/s/r tyre

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 PZR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue 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 PZR, 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 PZR registered?

VE61 PZR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 9 February 2012.

Is VE61 PZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 PZR 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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