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MF12 KWP

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 KWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026
Pass 11 Jan 2025 160,381 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024
Pass 12 Jan 2023

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords n/s/f tyre wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 151,533 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 148,481 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 146,915 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 143,822 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 143,822 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 141,007 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

full undertrays fitted

Fail 9 Jan 2018 141,005 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

full undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2017 137,423 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface area poor condition (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring very poor condition

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight weep (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 129,536 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 129,536 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 119,866 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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MF12 KWP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MF12 KWP, 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 MF12 KWP registered?

MF12 KWP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is MF12 KWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF12 KWP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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