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GL12 UXM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

119,085 mi
Last recorded119,085 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 UXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 119,085 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 102,494 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 3mm tread depth. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Nov 2024 102,494 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 3mm tread depth. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 85,041 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2022 77,277 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 72,136 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 70,562 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45/17 97y x.l (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 64,544 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 59,378 miles

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 54,612 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 45,180 miles

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

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

front brake discs worn/slightly corroded

offside front tyre worn low on 3mm

Pass 3 Dec 2015 28,097 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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GL12 UXM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White 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 GL12 UXM, 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 UXM registered?

GL12 UXM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 10 July 2012.

Is GL12 UXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL12 UXM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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