MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
175,442 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
engine covers/undertrays fitted
engine noisy
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour main beam, also bulbs not fitted correctly (4.1.4 (d))
Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone, rear mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone, rear mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
bulb failure light on dashboard
engine covers/undertrays fitted
engine noisy
Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Both rear tyres have uneven wear to inner edges
Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Both rear tyres have uneven wear to inner edges
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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GL12 GGU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 GL12 GGU, 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 GL12 GGU registered?
GL12 GGU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 9 June 2012.
Is GL12 GGU safe to buy?
The MOT history for GL12 GGU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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