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WA61 NFZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,255 mi
Last recorded37,255 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA61 NFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2026 37,255 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2025 33,254 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 30,321 miles

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 9 Oct 2023 26,752 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 16,092 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Inner shoulder of tyre

Pass 18 Oct 2021 24,067 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres heavy perishing of outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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WA61 NFZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 WA61 NFZ, 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

How do I check the history of WA61 NFZ?

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What year was WA61 NFZ registered?

WA61 NFZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 24 February 2012.

Is WA61 NFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA61 NFZ shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WA61 NFZ have outstanding finance?

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