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KM12 WSK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

42,717 mi
Last recorded42,717 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM12 WSK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 42,717 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 40,958 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 38,245 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 38,245 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 36,621 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 34,853 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 34,066 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 31,514 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2019 31,514 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55X16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 29,744 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 28,999 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 28,998 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 26 May 2016 25,482 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 18,784 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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KM12 WSK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KM12 WSK, 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 KM12 WSK registered?

KM12 WSK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 June 2012.

Is KM12 WSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM12 WSK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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