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KS12 WCF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

164,706 mi
Last recorded164,706 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS12 WCF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2026 164,706 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2025 152,260 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 136,863 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 116,265 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2023 115,977 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 94,026 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 76,224 miles

inner surfaces front disc corroded

too clean to record smoke reading

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 14 Jan 2021 76,224 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

inner surfaces front disc corroded

too clean to record smoke reading

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 13 Jan 2020 68,126 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre

Pass 8 Jan 2019 56,876 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2018 47,378 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 47,120 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 1 Apr 2016 36,530 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 36,530 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 28,261 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 WCF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WCF, 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 WCF registered?

KS12 WCF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is KS12 WCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS12 WCF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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