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VE61 UFB

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

223,470 mi
Last recorded223,470 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 UFB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 223,470 miles

Nearside Rear Semaphore indicator arm slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Semaphore indicator arm slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear suspension components corroded

both front suspension sensors broken

Pass 12 Jul 2024 211,683 miles

both front suspension sensors broken

Fail 8 Jul 2024 211,669 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

both front suspension sensors broken

Pass 19 May 2023 205,948 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Damage to sill and passenger front door (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 18 May 2023 205,948 miles

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

Offside Inner Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Damage to sill and passenger front door (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 14 May 2021 188,006 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 169,891 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 152,072 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 149,164 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 143,248 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 132,131 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 96,266 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 UFB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UFB, 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.

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What year was VE61 UFB registered?

VE61 UFB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 14 February 2012.

Is VE61 UFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 UFB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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