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LN12 EHG

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

246,844 mi
Last recorded246,844 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN12 EHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 246,844 miles

REAR SUBFRAME CORRODED

Pass 26 Mar 2025 233,336 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 233,336 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2023 210,318 miles

all tyres worn low-centre exhaust clamps corroded-o/s/f cv boot slightly perished

Pass 10 May 2021 206,256 miles

rear brake pads wearing low-n/s/f/ front wishbone bush perished-n/s/r/ link slight play-

Pass 12 May 2020 181,079 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 155,327 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2018 126,060 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 97,295 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 69,560 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 41,910 miles

light scratches on front windscreen

Fail 14 May 2015 41,910 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Coolant leak

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

light scratches on front windscreen

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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LN12 EHG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LN12 EHG, 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 LN12 EHG registered?

LN12 EHG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is LN12 EHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN12 EHG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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