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BK12 MKN

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,418 mi
Last recorded42,418 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2015
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 MKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2015 42,418 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

off side front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 31 Mar 2015 42,418 miles

off side front tyre wearing 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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BK12 MKN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK12 MKN, 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 BK12 MKN registered?

BK12 MKN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 3 April 2012.

Is BK12 MKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 MKN shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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