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KV12 DZF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134,420 mi
Last recorded134,420 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 DZF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2023 134,420 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 129,191 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 126,655 miles

sill covers and undertrays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 22 Jun 2021 112,803 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 105,144 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

n/s and o/s inner inner track control arm bushes deterated/cracked

Pass 29 May 2019 92,599 miles

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

smoke check = 0

Pass 17 May 2018 76,355 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 63,270 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 46,870 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2015 35,049 miles

front brake pads are low

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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KV12 DZF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 KV12 DZF, 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.

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What year was KV12 DZF registered?

KV12 DZF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 April 2012.

Is KV12 DZF safe to buy?

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Does KV12 DZF have outstanding finance?

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