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AK12 LHT

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

197,699 mi
Last recorded197,699 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 LHT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 197,699 miles

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 5 Jan 2022 187,575 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 176,751 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 169,853 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 157,458 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 144,943 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 132,273 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 16 Jan 2019 132,273 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 118,283 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 111,733 miles

Engine top cover and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

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

Fail 19 Jan 2018 111,733 miles

Engine top cover and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Jul 2017 92,681 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 85,788 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 68,417 miles

nearside rear tyre has 2 nails and cuts

offside rear tyre has a nail and slightly out of shape

Pass 29 Jan 2016 53,709 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 53,530 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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AK12 LHT is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AK12 LHT, 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.

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What year was AK12 LHT registered?

AK12 LHT is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is AK12 LHT safe to buy?

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