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DV12 YPZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2021
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

150,610 mi
Last recorded150,610 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 150,610 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2020 150,599 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 133,979 miles

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged Receiver casing missing but unit still functioning at time of test. (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged Receiver casing missing but unit still functioning at time of test. (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2018 133,959 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged Receiver casing missing but unit still functioning at time of test. (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged Receiver casing missing but unit still functioning at time of test. (7.1.2 (b) (i))

TPMS light on.

Pass 28 Jul 2017 114,812 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre worn on inside edge ()

Pass 19 Jul 2016 93,978 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 93,972 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 59,535 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 59,530 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 YPZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YPZ, 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 DV12 YPZ registered?

DV12 YPZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 22 May 2012.

Is DV12 YPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV12 YPZ shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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