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KX12 YKM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

221,021 mi
Last recorded221,021 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX12 YKM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 221,021 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2022 182,616 miles

Unable to obtain emissions printout as emissions too low

Fail 7 Feb 2022 182,519 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Number plate cracked

Unable to obtain emissions printout as emissions too low

Pass 9 Feb 2021 143,053 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 8 Feb 2021 143,051 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 115,319 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 115,319 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 96,999 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 61,585 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 61,245 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 57,821 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 51,884 miles

nearside front tyre on 3.mm tread depth.

nearside rear tyre on 2.5mm tread depth.

offside front tyre on 2.5mm tread depth.

Fail 2 Feb 2015 39,723 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Feb 2015 39,723 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 YKM 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 71.4%.

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 YKM, 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 YKM registered?

KX12 YKM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 5 March 2012.

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