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AO12 XKT

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

134,095 mi
Last recorded134,095 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 XKT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 134,095 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 125,612 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 118,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45 r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 30 May 2023 109,919 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 101,970 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 98,090 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 94,177 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 89,785 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 81,753 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 80,206 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 80,197 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 73,660 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt N/S/R and O/S/R

Emissions too low for test equipment

Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/F 2mm O/S/F 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 67,080 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 67,080 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 63,044 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 62,766 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 XKT is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey 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 AO12 XKT, 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 AO12 XKT registered?

AO12 XKT is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is AO12 XKT safe to buy?

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