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DG12 YRJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

143,361 mi
Last recorded143,361 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 YRJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 143,361 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

emissions too low to record a reading

Pass 13 Apr 2022 127,688 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 117,543 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 114,880 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 105,746 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 105,746 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Apr 2019 101,493 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 95,333 miles

under body tray fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 16 Apr 2018 90,767 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 90,008 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 86,214 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 81,394 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 77,054 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2016 72,361 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 66,736 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2015 58,365 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 58,133 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 58,133 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 YRJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YRJ, 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 DG12 YRJ registered?

DG12 YRJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is DG12 YRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 YRJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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