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LA12 WYW

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

97,995 mi
Last recorded97,995 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA12 WYW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 97,995 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 97,995 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 87,242 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 123,387 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened very corroded on outer working surface (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened very corroded on outer working surface (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Jul 2017 123,387 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened very corroded on outer working surface (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened very corroded on outer working surface (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 68,272 miles

Engine covers fitted

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Undertrays fitted

Fail 28 Jul 2016 68,272 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Engine covers fitted

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Undertrays fitted

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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LA12 WYW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 LA12 WYW, 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 LA12 WYW registered?

LA12 WYW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is LA12 WYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA12 WYW shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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