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DE12 BMU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,146 mi
Last recorded105,146 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE12 BMU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 105,146 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 100,661 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 100,637 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 93,776 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 86,654 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 80,471 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 60,250 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 52,889 miles

Emissions too low for printout

Pass 25 Apr 2017 46,527 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner sides (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner sides (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Apr 2017 46,527 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner sides (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 38,727 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 29,559 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DE12 BMU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DE12 BMU, 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 DE12 BMU registered?

DE12 BMU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is DE12 BMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE12 BMU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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