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LM12 UOK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,283 mi
Last recorded148,283 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 UOK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Dec 2025 148,283 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Undertray Fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2024 143,370 miles

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

Undertray Fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2023 221,207 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 211,838 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 190,110 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 104,906 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2019 94,263 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 82,162 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear mis- shaped

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 72,053 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 70,227 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 69,187 miles

both rear tyres out of shape advise replacement of both the rear tyres

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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LM12 UOK 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 100%.

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 LM12 UOK, 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 LM12 UOK registered?

LM12 UOK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 26 April 2012.

Is LM12 UOK safe to buy?

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