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DF12 DZT

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

160,721 mi
Last recorded160,721 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 DZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2022 160,721 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 150,174 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 146,574 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Nov 2019 132,915 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 132,852 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside rear tyre out off shape

Pass 15 May 2019 117,753 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 97,421 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2018 97,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2018 80,353 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 66,300 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 50,263 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 50,260 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 34,559 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on inner edge and 3mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm on inner edge and 3mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 18,303 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 17,943 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 16,423 miles

front brake discs inner surfaces scored and corroded

Fail 1 Feb 2016 16,423 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake discs inner surfaces scored and corroded

Pass 4 Feb 2015 13,997 miles

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

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

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 DZT is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 DF12 DZT, 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 DZT registered?

DF12 DZT is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 July 2012.

Is DF12 DZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 DZT shows 18 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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