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AJ12 RPX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

112,094 mi
Last recorded112,094 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 RPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 112,094 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs- been stood up (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under shields fitted

Fail 15 Jun 2026 112,094 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs- been stood up (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

under shields fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2025 108,616 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

under shields fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2024 104,055 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened going rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under shields fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2023 99,145 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under shields fitted

Fail 20 Jun 2023 99,143 miles

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

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under shields fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2022 95,750 miles

front grille damaged

under shields fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2021 91,265 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel arch cover insecure

under shields fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2020 87,964 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine cover and under trays

Pass 30 May 2019 79,306 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 68,027 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2017 54,025 miles

under shields fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2016 40,350 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine will not rev over 1800rpm for emission test

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2015 31,429 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 RPX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RPX, 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 RPX registered?

AJ12 RPX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is AJ12 RPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ12 RPX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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