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DV12 UJU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,111 mi
Last recorded147,111 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV12 UJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Jan 2026 147,111 miles

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

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 4 Nov 2024 125,090 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 119,514 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 111,539 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 102,299 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 94,007 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 86,997 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 75,951 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 67,279 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 61,914 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 50,206 miles

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

engine cover fitted

front brake discs corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2015 40,478 miles

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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DV12 UJU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DV12 UJU, 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 DV12 UJU registered?

DV12 UJU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 6 April 2012.

Is DV12 UJU safe to buy?

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