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WP61 PVL

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

200,303 mi
Last recorded200,303 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP61 PVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 200,303 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 199,775 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 199,657 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 198,753 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 197,160 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 197,160 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 189,007 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2020 180,157 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2020 180,157 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 169,650 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 156,939 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 138,463 miles

engine oil level low.

front brake disc's lipped & scored inner side.

offside rear tyre on 3.mm tread depth.

Pass 26 Jan 2016 123,398 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 89,490 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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WP61 PVL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WP61 PVL, 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 WP61 PVL registered?

WP61 PVL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 February 2012.

Is WP61 PVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP61 PVL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WP61 PVL have outstanding finance?

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