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LR12 UPA

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

73,038 mi
Last recorded73,038 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 UPA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 73,038 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 72,385 miles

Nearside Rear Unable to open passenger door from inside of vehicle.

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Tyres 235/45R17 97Y XL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 72,232 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 71,179 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 69,162 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 65,049 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 65,049 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear 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))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 60,461 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 55,377 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 49,204 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 38,311 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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LR12 UPA 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 90.9%.

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 LR12 UPA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR12 UPA registered?

LR12 UPA is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is LR12 UPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR12 UPA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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