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AY12 HWE

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Petrol 1980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,547 mi
Last recorded53,547 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY12 HWE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,980cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2026 53,547 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 47,815 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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AY12 HWE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 AY12 HWE, 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

How do I check the history of AY12 HWE?

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What year was AY12 HWE registered?

AY12 HWE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 24 June 2012.

Is AY12 HWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY12 HWE shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY12 HWE have outstanding finance?

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