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LB12 RWF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

144,275 mi
Last recorded144,275 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 RWF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 144,275 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 134,830 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 124,523 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 114,728 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 105,472 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out of shape inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts worn inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 98,747 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 93,229 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 84,757 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 71,538 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 71,538 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2017 58,128 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 43,823 miles

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

Offside Front Tread wearing low

Pass 29 Jun 2015 31,219 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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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LB12 RWF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LB12 RWF, 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 LB12 RWF registered?

LB12 RWF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is LB12 RWF safe to buy?

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