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BD12 RXK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

234,847 mi
Last recorded234,847 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 RXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2022 234,847 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 222,044 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 217,289 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 125,003 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 125,003 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BD12 RXK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 BD12 RXK, 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 BD12 RXK registered?

BD12 RXK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is BD12 RXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD12 RXK shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BD12 RXK have outstanding finance?

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