MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
190,686 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Front Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advise: insufficient emissions to obtain print out.0.03
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Advise: insufficient emissions to obtain print out.0.03
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?
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BU12 ZRG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 BU12 ZRG, 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 BU12 ZRG?
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What year was BU12 ZRG registered?
BU12 ZRG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 9 March 2012.
Is BU12 ZRG safe to buy?
The MOT history for BU12 ZRG shows 4 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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