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WP61 ZTL

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

98,498 mi
Last recorded98,498 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP61 ZTL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 98,498 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 88,457 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 71,471 miles

Both front console bushes splitting but not resulting in excessive movement

Bulb warning light on dash but all lights working

Drive belt worn, but not excessively Perishing/splitting (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly stepped inner edge

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly stepped inner edge

Pass 16 Jan 2023 60,820 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 54,715 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2022 54,715 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2021 48,811 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both fronts (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Various under body and engine trims fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2020 44,494 miles

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

o.s.r tyre feathered on inner edge

Pass 19 Jan 2019 39,503 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

o.s.r tyre inner edge feathered

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2018 35,317 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 32,548 miles

Brake discs corroded

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

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

Offside rear tyre wearing uneven (inner edge)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 28,679 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 23,186 miles

Front registration plate delaminated 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 ZTL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc 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 WP61 ZTL, 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 ZTL registered?

WP61 ZTL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 24 January 2012.

Is WP61 ZTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP61 ZTL 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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