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KS12 NLC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

156,383 mi
Last recorded156,383 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS12 NLC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 156,383 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 152,940 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2024 145,627 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 135,356 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 125,420 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 115,561 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 107,950 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 104,543 miles

Central exhaust clamp corroded

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 99,451 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jun 2017 93,545 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 86,218 miles

child seat fitted to adult seat, not allowing full inspection of seatbelt

Pass 22 Jun 2015 74,526 miles

nearside rear tyre inner edge wearing

Fail 22 Jun 2015 74,526 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

nearside rear tyre inner edge wearing

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 NLC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 NLC, 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 KS12 NLC registered?

KS12 NLC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 3 August 2012.

Is KS12 NLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS12 NLC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS12 NLC have outstanding finance?

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