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KV12 ZNC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

111,038 mi
Last recorded111,038 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 ZNC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2025 111,038 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 94,017 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2023 79,748 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2023 79,748 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2022 62,913 miles

both rear tyres are starting to go out of shape on inner edge

Fail 18 Oct 2022 62,913 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

both rear tyres are starting to go out of shape on inner edge

Pass 20 Oct 2021 43,955 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 42,346 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 39,839 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 37,224 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 34,613 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing un even on inner edge

Pass 1 May 2017 32,014 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 28,773 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 25,121 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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KV12 ZNC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZNC, 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 KV12 ZNC registered?

KV12 ZNC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 17 April 2012.

Is KV12 ZNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV12 ZNC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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