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DK12 YUD

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

101,905 mi
Last recorded101,905 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK12 YUD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2024 101,905 miles

nearside day time running lamp not working

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2023 94,514 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 22 Feb 2023 94,512 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2022 86,798 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2021 79,358 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2020 73,530 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2019 66,078 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2018 57,383 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 48,795 miles

dpf fitted

front tyres worn on edges

slight lip front discs

Pass 25 Feb 2016 40,415 miles

dpf fitted

slight lip on front discs

Pass 27 Feb 2015 31,579 miles

DPF fitted

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DK12 YUD is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DK12 YUD, 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 DK12 YUD registered?

DK12 YUD is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is DK12 YUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK12 YUD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK12 YUD have outstanding finance?

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