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VE61 VCM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

255,679 mi
Last recorded255,679 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 VCM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 255,679 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside DRL not working

Fail 29 Jan 2026 255,679 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside DRL not working

Pass 21 Jan 2025 229,758 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 207,872 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 190,594 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 180,193 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 168,216 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm inner bushes both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 156,378 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 144,763 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2018 131,947 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 (4.1.E.1)

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 122,717 miles

Offside Rear tyre inner tread area worn

Pass 12 Jan 2016 105,878 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 79,011 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 VCM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VCM, 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 VCM registered?

VE61 VCM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is VE61 VCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 VCM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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