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LS12 TYK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,021 mi
Last recorded142,021 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS12 TYK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 142,021 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2025 124,766 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2024 108,121 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 107,402 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 96,558 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2021 85,606 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 68,133 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 59,671 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 49,557 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 39,746 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 27,822 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 27,822 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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LS12 TYK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,598cc 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 LS12 TYK, 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

How do I check the history of LS12 TYK?

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What year was LS12 TYK registered?

LS12 TYK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 April 2012.

Is LS12 TYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS12 TYK 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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