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DF12 DHK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

126,036 mi
Last recorded126,036 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 DHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 126,036 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2025 115,518 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 114,932 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 113,978 miles

Offside Rear Tyre wearing uneven on inner edge

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 112,466 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 110,732 miles

Offside Rear Tyre wearing uneven on inner edge

Fail 3 Jun 2020 110,731 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre wearing uneven on inner edge

Pass 5 Jun 2019 105,593 miles

Both rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

Fail 5 Jun 2019 105,593 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Both rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

Pass 4 Jun 2018 98,950 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 90,953 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

Pass 13 Jun 2016 79,138 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

Pass 29 Jun 2015 66,237 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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DF12 DHK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DHK, 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 DHK registered?

DF12 DHK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 July 2012.

Is DF12 DHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 DHK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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