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KS12 NKL

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

316,015 mi
Last recorded316,015 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS12 NKL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2023 316,015 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 306,665 miles

body covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 24 Feb 2022 306,665 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

body covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Mar 2020 262,983 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

body covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Sep 2019 249,033 miles

body covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 23 Sep 2019 249,033 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

body covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 6 Mar 2019 237,072 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 216,632 miles

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

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

body and engine trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 Mar 2018 195,591 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 157,324 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 126,788 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 119,038 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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KS12 NKL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KS12 NKL, 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

How do I check the history of KS12 NKL?

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What year was KS12 NKL registered?

KS12 NKL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 August 2012.

Is KS12 NKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS12 NKL shows 12 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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