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GU12 WDY

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

198,300 mi
Last recorded198,300 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 WDY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2022 198,300 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2022 198,300 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 186,026 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 178,990 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 166,235 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 147,394 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 131,837 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 114,836 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2017 95,556 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 95,538 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Fail 30 May 2017 95,538 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Oil leak ()

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Pass 17 May 2017 94,229 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 76,630 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bothside (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Outer Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush bothside (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 27 May 2016 62,640 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 53,635 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 41,647 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 41,465 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 Apr 2015 41,465 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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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GU12 WDY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GU12 WDY, 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 GU12 WDY registered?

GU12 WDY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is GU12 WDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU12 WDY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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