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DF12 AOE

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

159,645 mi
Last recorded159,645 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 AOE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 159,645 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 147,713 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 143,343 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2019 139,801 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 139,801 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 136,441 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 135,725 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 131,092 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 200,993 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 117,745 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 110,942 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 109,101 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 95,780 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 95,433 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge almost to cord

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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DF12 AOE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DF12 AOE, 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 DF12 AOE registered?

DF12 AOE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is DF12 AOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 AOE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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