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GX12 KLV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,702 mi
Last recorded141,702 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX12 KLV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 141,702 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge * Both rears worn on inner * 235/45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2025 130,919 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective h/lamp lenses require cleaning (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 114,407 miles

Front vehicle presented with very low engine oil 1l 5./30 LL added in order to test

Fail 7 Nov 2024 114,371 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod missing drop link missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front vehicle presented with very low engine oil 1l 5./30 LL added in order to test

Pass 7 Nov 2023 99,794 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres uneven wear, inner shoulders badly worn suggest replacement and wheel alignment check (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Nov 2023 99,508 miles

Offside Front Obligatory indirect vision device insecure door mirror does not lock into position (3.3 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamp lens deteriorating, suggest polish (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres uneven wear, inner shoulders badly worn suggest replacement and wheel alignment check (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Nov 2022 75,517 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 59,043 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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GX12 KLV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GX12 KLV, 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 GX12 KLV registered?

GX12 KLV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is GX12 KLV safe to buy?

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