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BG12 VFX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,723 mi
Last recorded127,723 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 VFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 127,723 miles

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Mar 2025 115,601 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 112,193 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 107,257 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 102,811 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 99,111 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 96,282 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 86,425 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 74,796 miles

front brake disc inner faces worn and pitted .

front inner brake pads worn to 2mm .

Pass 10 Mar 2017 67,773 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 60,707 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 55,908 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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BG12 VFX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BG12 VFX, 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 BG12 VFX registered?

BG12 VFX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is BG12 VFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 VFX shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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