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DF12 KLL

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

179,025 mi
Last recorded179,025 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 KLL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 179,025 miles

Offside Front wheel binding

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Apr 2023 179,026 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 171,169 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 158,456 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 142,911 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 125,260 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 102,944 miles

Offside Rear tyre has slight wear on the inner edge

Fail 25 Apr 2017 102,944 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear tyre has slight wear on the inner edge

Pass 25 Apr 2016 88,303 miles

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

items removed from drivers view prior to test

offside rear tyre showing signs of wearing on the inner edge

Fail 22 Apr 2016 88,189 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

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

items removed from drivers view prior to test

offside rear tyre showing signs of wearing on the inner edge

Fail 26 Jun 2015 68,804 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 68,804 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 KLL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KLL, 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.

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What year was DF12 KLL registered?

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

Is DF12 KLL safe to buy?

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