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GK12 UNS

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

165,061 mi
Last recorded165,061 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK12 UNS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 165,061 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 153,031 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (at top) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (,bottom ) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2024 153,031 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (at top) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (,bottom ) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 140,886 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 129,627 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 116,845 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2020 106,918 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn uneven on inside edge

Pass 19 Feb 2019 92,107 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread wearing unevenly.

Pass 21 Feb 2018 77,446 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 62,372 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 51,151 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 38,745 miles

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 UNS is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 UNS, 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 GK12 UNS registered?

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

Is GK12 UNS safe to buy?

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