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EY12 ZZM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2024
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,958 mi
Last recorded126,958 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY12 ZZM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2023 126,958 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2022 125,765 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 199,884 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 193,431 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 177,857 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 162,426 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 90,767 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 139,638 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 78,287 miles

exhaust emissions too low to obtain a metered reading

front brake pads wearing low

o/s/f tyre wearing low

Pass 19 Mar 2015 63,721 miles

ENGINE RUNNING TO CLEAN TO CARRY OUT EMISSIONS TEST

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Feb 2015 62,306 miles

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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EY12 ZZM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 EY12 ZZM, 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 EY12 ZZM registered?

EY12 ZZM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is EY12 ZZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY12 ZZM 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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