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EF12 WUC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

105,722 mi
Last recorded105,722 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF12 WUC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2025 105,722 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Dec 2023 167,065 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

all 4 brake discs corroded/pitted on braking surfaces

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Fail 27 Dec 2023 167,065 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

all 4 brake discs corroded/pitted on braking surfaces

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Pass 27 Dec 2022 102,235 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner-surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 27 Dec 2022 102,235 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner-surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 100,262 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2021 100,228 miles

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

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Central Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 99,072 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear discs rusted

Pass 13 Oct 2019 97,483 miles

Front brake discs pitted/corroded on inner braking surfaces

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear brake discs pitted/corroded on outer braking surfaces

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Fail 13 Oct 2019 97,483 miles

Front brake discs pitted/corroded on inner braking surfaces

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear brake discs pitted/corroded on outer braking surfaces

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Pass 22 Oct 2018 95,590 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 142,597 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 142,596 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 76,316 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 51,892 miles

Engine / component covers obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays / heat sheilds obscuring most underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 51,892 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Engine / component covers obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays / heat sheilds obscuring most underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 WUC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 EF12 WUC, 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 EF12 WUC registered?

EF12 WUC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 18 June 2012.

Is EF12 WUC safe to buy?

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