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A7 CBV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

179,140 mi
Last recorded179,140 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 CBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 179,140 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2024 170,876 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2024 170,849 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 163,070 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 149,410 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 127,945 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 110,513 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 95,385 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 80,604 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven and cracking and nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Aug 2018 80,604 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven and cracking and nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 66,574 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 55,712 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 43,007 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 42,679 miles

N/S/R Tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Apr 2015 42,679 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

N/S/R Tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A7 CBV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A7 CBV, 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 A7 CBV registered?

A7 CBV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 April 2012.

Is A7 CBV safe to buy?

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