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A2 PWU

2012 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

110,154 mi
Last recorded110,154 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Transporter88,875 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 PWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 110,154 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From Both Sides Rear Flexi Brake Hoses Too Caliper Flexi Brake Hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Too Both Sides Front Flexi Brake Hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust Centre Silencer Outer Casing Corroded

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 106,278 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From Both Sides Rear Brake Flexi Hoses too Both Sides Rear Caliper Flexi Brake Hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Centre Exhaust Box Outer Casing Corroded

Fail 14 Apr 2025 106,278 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From Both Sides Rear Brake Flexi Hoses too Both Sides Rear Caliper Flexi Brake Hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Centre Exhaust Box Outer Casing Corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2024 101,471 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/65/16C - 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/65/16C - 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/65/16C - 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 86,068 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))

Fail 15 Apr 2023 86,068 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 77,702 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 61,365 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre metallic debris ()

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 55,047 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 44,125 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 34,489 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 Mar 2017 24,498 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 16,773 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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A2 PWU is a 2012 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 88,875 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A2 PWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A2 PWU registered?

A2 PWU is a 2012 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is A2 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 PWU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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