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HG12 EJU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

142,967 mi
Last recorded142,967 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 EJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 142,967 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 125,438 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 114,160 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 98,158 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 91,506 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 75,565 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 63,826 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 51,710 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 51,708 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 48,719 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 48,719 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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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HG12 EJU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HG12 EJU, 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 HG12 EJU registered?

HG12 EJU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 April 2012.

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The MOT history for HG12 EJU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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