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AO12 SXW

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,012 mi
Last recorded153,012 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 SXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2025 153,012 miles

Nearside Rear shock casing insecure

Pass 6 Aug 2024 142,815 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))

Rear Subframe Corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2023 128,418 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 112,297 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 90,573 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 85,646 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 78,015 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 70,914 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 64,875 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 59,053 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 52,774 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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AO12 SXW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AO12 SXW, 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 AO12 SXW registered?

AO12 SXW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is AO12 SXW safe to buy?

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