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GP12 OBM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

209,569 mi
Last recorded209,569 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP12 OBM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2022 209,569 miles

Vehicle under covers not allowing full inspection on some components

Pass 20 Jul 2021 200,820 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 189,227 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 174,103 miles

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Front and rear corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres x 4 Front and rear inner wear (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle under cover not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Jan 2019 153,643 miles

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

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

under tray fitted at time of the test

Pass 9 Jan 2018 124,671 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jul 2017 107,203 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 87,643 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 72,734 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2015 63,242 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 53,069 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 52,691 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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GP12 OBM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GP12 OBM, 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 GP12 OBM registered?

GP12 OBM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 4 April 2012.

Is GP12 OBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP12 OBM shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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