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LB12 XDU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

261,362 mi
Last recorded261,362 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 XDU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2021 261,362 miles

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

Vehicle under cover not allowing full inspection

oil leak

oil leak

Fail 1 Dec 2021 261,362 miles

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

Vehicle under cover not allowing full inspection

oil leak

oil leak

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 221,576 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both side fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle under trays not allowing full inspection

Fail 30 Nov 2020 221,576 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both side fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle under trays not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Dec 2019 188,508 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 122,342 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 118,350 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side. (3.5.1g)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side. (3.5.1i)

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both side. (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2017 108,231 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 80,288 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 56,732 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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LB12 XDU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XDU, 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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LB12 XDU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 July 2012.

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