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KX12 YJA

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

152,674 mi
Last recorded152,674 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX12 YJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 152,674 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 145,825 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 140,842 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 136,384 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 131,893 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 128,684 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2019 123,400 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 116,700 miles

front discs corrosion inner faces

rear tyres wear inner edges

unable to assess some areas due to covers

Fail 19 Apr 2018 116,700 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

front discs corrosion inner faces

rear tyres wear inner edges

unable to assess some areas due to covers

Pass 13 May 2017 107,916 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 107,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 100,944 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 77,145 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 30 Apr 2015 77,145 miles

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

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)

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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KX12 YJA is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver 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 KX12 YJA, 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 KX12 YJA registered?

KX12 YJA is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 4 May 2012.

Is KX12 YJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX12 YJA 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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