2012 Volkswagen Passat 1.6L Diesel · YF61 VRE
2012 Volkswagen Passat (1.6L, diesel). First registered 03 Jan 2012. Recorded mileage 160,439 miles. MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 160,439 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YF61 VRE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2026
- 160,439 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YF61 VRE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen Passat (YF61 VRE) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
YF61 VRE Mileage History
- 14/07/2022113,972 mi
- 18/07/2023121,867 mi+7,895 mi
- 22/07/2024135,828 mi+13,961 mi
- 10/07/2025148,365 mi+12,537 mi
- 08/07/2026160,439 mi+12,074 mi
Average of roughly 11,664 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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