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KS12 WKH

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

145,846 mi
Last recorded145,846 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS12 WKH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Dec 2025 145,846 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 140,909 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2023 134,496 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 129,355 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 122,591 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 109,016 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 97,321 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 82,450 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 63,553 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 39,005 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 28,644 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both rear tyres have small cuts in the tread

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 WKH is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WKH, 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 WKH registered?

KS12 WKH is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 August 2012.

Is KS12 WKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS12 WKH shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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