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KU12 YPR

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

206,550 mi
Last recorded206,550 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU12 YPR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 206,550 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 200,852 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Pass 6 Oct 2020 195,892 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 190,281 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 181,646 miles

advise front tyres

Pass 26 Feb 2019 179,404 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 167,739 miles

advise nsr tyre

advise osf lower wishbone rear bush on limit

Fail 3 Sep 2018 167,739 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

advise nsr tyre

advise osf lower wishbone rear bush on limit

Pass 6 Mar 2018 162,566 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2017 155,291 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 147,280 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 139,787 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 126,733 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 125,747 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 95,127 miles

Nearside wiper split

Windscreen chipped

Fail 18 Feb 2015 95,014 miles

Offside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside wiper split

Windscreen chipped

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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KU12 YPR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KU12 YPR, 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 KU12 YPR?

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What year was KU12 YPR registered?

KU12 YPR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is KU12 YPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU12 YPR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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