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AV12 NRE

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

205,315 mi
Last recorded205,315 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 NRE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 205,315 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2026 205,315 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 194,268 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2025 194,268 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 182,829 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 30 Mar 2023 175,806 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2023 175,794 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 173,017 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 152,564 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 138,865 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 119,031 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 109,228 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 104,420 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 91,453 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 64,660 miles

front discs corroding on inner edge

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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AV12 NRE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black 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 AV12 NRE, 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 AV12 NRE registered?

AV12 NRE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is AV12 NRE safe to buy?

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