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VE61 UAB

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

167,859 mi
Last recorded167,859 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 167,859 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 167,855 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 159,831 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 148,298 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 137,834 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2020 137,831 miles

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

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

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 9 Jan 2020 130,363 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 113,495 miles

(engine and under covers fitted)

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2018 96,166 miles

engine and under covers fitted

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Jan 2017 82,864 miles

Engine and under covers fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2016 73,640 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 73,631 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall as marked (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 69,194 miles

baby seats fitted to rear restricting seat belt inspection

Pass 15 Jan 2015 54,353 miles

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

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

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 UAB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 97,978 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 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 UAB, 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 UAB registered?

VE61 UAB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 17 January 2012.

Is VE61 UAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 UAB 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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