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GK12 RVO

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

138,547 mi
Last recorded138,547 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK12 RVO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2022 138,547 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 128,029 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 115,816 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge of Tyre. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Mar 2020 106,672 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 96,614 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Feb 2018 87,984 miles

Offside Front TYRE SIDE WALL CUT RUBBER ONLY,CANT SEE ANY CORDS.

Pass 4 Feb 2017 79,890 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 69,361 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 69,361 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2015 50,943 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion lips on front brake discs

Fail 4 Mar 2015 50,943 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion lips on front brake discs

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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GK12 RVO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GK12 RVO, 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 GK12 RVO registered?

GK12 RVO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is GK12 RVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK12 RVO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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