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DL12 OWV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

79,354 mi
Last recorded79,354 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL12 OWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2023 79,354 miles

Nearside Front DRL in/op (2012 vehicle )

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

Under body panels fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Sep 2022 72,233 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 65,297 miles

Under body panels fitted obscuring some components

Pass 7 Sep 2020 60,586 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre worn to 2.7mm 205 /55 R 16 91v ()

Fail 7 Sep 2020 60,586 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre worn to 2.7mm 205 /55 R 16 91v ()

Parking brake light on

Pass 9 Sep 2019 54,789 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 51,018 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 51,018 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 42,219 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 33,736 miles

Both rear tyres perished/cracked

Covers under the car

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

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

Offside front tyre perished/cracked

Pass 15 Jun 2015 26,854 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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DL12 OWV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DL12 OWV, 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 DL12 OWV registered?

DL12 OWV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is DL12 OWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL12 OWV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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