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AK12 ZYJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

190,788 mi
Last recorded190,788 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 ZYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 190,788 miles

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))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 185,985 miles

Front wipers poor at clearing

bulb fault shows on dash

Fail 14 Apr 2025 185,985 miles

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached link pipe in middle broken and loose (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front wipers poor at clearing

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

bulb fault shows on dash

Pass 10 Apr 2024 180,407 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 174,427 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 170,591 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 167,930 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 164,483 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 14 Apr 2020 164,481 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))

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Apr 2019 157,980 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 157,980 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 243,516 miles

both front tyres on 1.6mm

Pass 12 Apr 2017 227,241 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 126,870 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2015 99,887 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 ZYJ 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 AK12 ZYJ, 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 ZYJ registered?

AK12 ZYJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 May 2012.

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