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GY12 TTU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

88,635 mi
Last recorded88,635 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 TTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 88,635 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 83,252 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 78,247 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 73,593 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 69,726 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2020 67,211 miles

Manufacturers engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 25 Mar 2019 64,386 miles

Manufactures engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 29 Mar 2018 59,855 miles

Manufactures engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 21 Apr 2017 52,917 miles

Manufactures engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 20 Apr 2016 40,272 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 30,924 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 30,798 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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GY12 TTU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown 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 GY12 TTU, 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 GY12 TTU registered?

GY12 TTU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is GY12 TTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY12 TTU 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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