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DF12 DVY

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

210,492 mi
Last recorded210,492 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 210,492 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2025 209,948 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 197,716 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 181,561 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 168,541 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 167,857 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 139,894 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 124,757 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 113,901 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 102,480 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 May 2016 102,485 miles

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp tele tail on when handbrake applied (1.3.2f)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases dpf clamp leaking (7.1.2)

Nearside Front side wall punctured

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 May 2015 80,580 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 80,572 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

bonnet hinge siezed

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 DVY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DF12 DVY, 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 DVY registered?

DF12 DVY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is DF12 DVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 DVY shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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