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CV12 SNN

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

159,673 mi
Last recorded159,673 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 SNN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 159,673 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 152,139 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2025 152,139 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 145,382 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 143,825 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 142,413 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 139,656 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2020 136,777 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 112,139 miles

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2018 175,797 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 99,629 miles

235/45/17 X 4

PLASTIC COVERS X 3

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Pass 4 Apr 2016 90,763 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight splitting on n/s/f and o/s/f lower suspension arm back bushes

Pass 30 Mar 2015 71,357 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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CV12 SNN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CV12 SNN, 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 CV12 SNN registered?

CV12 SNN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 April 2012.

Is CV12 SNN safe to buy?

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