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MA12 UGU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

216,526 mi
Last recorded216,526 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA12 UGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 216,526 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 May 2025 215,024 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 May 2024 214,194 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 213,785 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 211,825 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2022 211,824 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 210,287 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn front one inside wishbone (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 200,579 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 160,573 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 160,371 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2017 74,630 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 74,630 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 64,918 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Apr 2015 51,794 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 51,794 miles

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)

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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MA12 UGU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MA12 UGU, 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 MA12 UGU registered?

MA12 UGU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 April 2012.

Is MA12 UGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA12 UGU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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