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DG12 RWW

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

119,020 mi
Last recorded119,020 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 RWW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 119,020 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2025 114,538 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2024 108,906 miles

factory fitted covers restricting full inspection of vehicle

Pass 26 Jul 2023 100,048 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 88,305 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 87,015 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 83,121 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 79,851 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2020 79,851 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 71,884 miles

Nail in tyre

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 63,665 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 55,758 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 47,690 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 39,116 miles

the vehicle has passed the emissions test no print out was produced due to low emissions

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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DG12 RWW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc 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 DG12 RWW, 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 DG12 RWW registered?

DG12 RWW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is DG12 RWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 RWW 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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