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EF12 JXE

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

170,898 mi
Last recorded170,898 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF12 JXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 170,898 miles
Fail 5 May 2025 170,699 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 161,192 miles
Pass 1 May 2023 147,897 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 121,269 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 131,869 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 118,046 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 104,899 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 85,004 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 84,996 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear 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)

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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EF12 JXE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EF12 JXE, 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

How do I check the history of EF12 JXE?

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What year was EF12 JXE registered?

EF12 JXE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 14 June 2012.

Is EF12 JXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF12 JXE shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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