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AJ12 MUE

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

110,952 mi
Last recorded110,952 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 MUE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 110,952 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2025 110,771 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 101,791 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 89,223 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 88,967 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 77,072 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 65,570 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 40,346 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 29,594 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 22,187 miles

front brake discs pitted on edges

Pass 23 May 2016 19,047 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2015 16,132 miles

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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AJ12 MUE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AJ12 MUE, 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 AJ12 MUE registered?

AJ12 MUE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is AJ12 MUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ12 MUE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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