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DU12 XME

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,735 mi
Last recorded57,735 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU12 XME
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2025 57,735 miles

Rear o/s bumper damaged

Pass 19 Jan 2024 55,944 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 53,444 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 51,084 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 48,686 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 46,433 miles

Offside Front screw in tyre

Pass 4 Feb 2019 42,244 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 39,444 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 36,118 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2016 30,975 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 25,054 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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DU12 XME is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DU12 XME, 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 DU12 XME registered?

DU12 XME is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is DU12 XME safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU12 XME shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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