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LL12 MWD

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

222,748 mi
Last recorded222,748 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL12 MWD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 222,748 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 218,882 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 218,686 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 214,523 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2024 214,358 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023
Pass 10 Mar 2022 209,428 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 186,948 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 165,799 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 145,802 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 95,082 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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LL12 MWD is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LL12 MWD, 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 LL12 MWD registered?

LL12 MWD is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 12 June 2012.

Is LL12 MWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL12 MWD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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