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BD12 TJV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,486 mi
Last recorded80,486 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 TJV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 80,486 miles

Rear tyres worn uneven feathering on inner edges

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both front (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 77,751 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 76,624 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2023 73,739 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2023 73,739 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 71,466 miles

unable to visually check outer sills (plastic covers)

Fail 10 Jun 2022 71,465 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed nearside front tyre has ply/cords exposed on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

unable to visually check outer sills (plastic covers)

Pass 23 Jun 2021 69,014 miles

UNABLE TO VISUALLY CHECK OUTER SILLS (PLASTIC COVERS)

Pass 24 Jun 2020 67,294 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 66,253 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 62,791 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 62,791 miles

Headlamp aim too low OFFSIDE (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 58,444 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 45,008 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN V.LOW INSIDE EDGES 235/45/17 Y

BOTH REAR TYRES WORN UNEVEN ON INSIDE EDGES

SCREW/NAIL IN N/S/R TYRE

VEHICLE'S EMISSIONS TOO CLEAN/ ENGINE WONT REV HIGH ENOUGH TO PRODUCE EMISSON SAMPLE

Pass 4 Jul 2015 18,307 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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BD12 TJV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey 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 BD12 TJV, 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 BD12 TJV registered?

BD12 TJV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 18 June 2012.

Is BD12 TJV safe to buy?

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