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A12 EYT

2015 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

89,050 mi
Last recorded89,050 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Passat81,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 EYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 89,050 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 86,001 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 82,000 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 78,024 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 74,865 miles

Engine cover and Under Trays not allowing full visual inspection

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

spare tyre unchecked due to load

Fail 28 Nov 2020 74,824 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Engine cover and Under Trays not allowing full visual inspection

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

spare tyre unchecked due to load

Pass 2 Nov 2019 54,566 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2019 54,566 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 43,285 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both ns and os slightly lipped inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both ns and os slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring / limiting access to prescribed areas and or items

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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A12 EYT is a 2015 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 81,300 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A12 EYT, 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 11 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 A12 EYT?

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What year was A12 EYT registered?

A12 EYT is a 2015 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 November 2015.

Is A12 EYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 EYT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A12 EYT have outstanding finance?

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