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MF12 SNX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

151,780 mi
Last recorded151,780 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 SNX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 151,780 miles

Emissions test result too low to record

Exhaust centre clamps corroded

Nail in tyre Nearside rear ()

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 149,191 miles

Emissions test result too low to record

Exhaust centre clamps corroded

Nail in tyre 2 in nearside rear ()

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 146,451 miles

Centre exhaust clamps corroded

Emissions test result too low to record

Pass 29 Jul 2019 143,678 miles

Centre exhaust clamps corroded

Emissions test result too low to record

Tyre slightly damaged Nearside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES FRONT WORN TO LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 140,100 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 136,214 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 130,631 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount bush splitting (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 123,000 miles

Emissions too clean to register

NSR tyre perished and feather on inside edge (235/45 17 94y)

OSF rear wishbone bush worn

Rear pads low

Slight lip on front discs

Fail 15 Jun 2015 123,000 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Rear pads low

Slight lip on front discs

NSR tyre perished and feather on inside edge (235/45 17 94y)

OSF rear wishbone bush worn

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 SNX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MF12 SNX, 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 MF12 SNX registered?

MF12 SNX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is MF12 SNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF12 SNX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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