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GL12 ZPR

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

121,681 mi
Last recorded121,681 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 ZPR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 121,681 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 121,681 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 May 2017 98,397 miles

no emissions detect because of limited revs,

Fail 4 May 2017 98,253 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

no emissions detect because of limited revs,

Pass 12 Nov 2016 81,754 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2016 81,749 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2016 53,752 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 48,599 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 ZPR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 ZPR, 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 GL12 ZPR registered?

GL12 ZPR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 18 July 2012.

Is GL12 ZPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL12 ZPR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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