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MF12 YYX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

208,010 mi
Last recorded208,010 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 YYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2023 208,010 miles

(under tray covers fitted)

Pass 29 Nov 2022 200,193 miles

Exhaust mounting defective clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 29 Nov 2022 200,193 miles

Exhaust mounting defective clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Front Anti-roll bar likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 191,199 miles

Central exhaust clamp corroded...

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 1 Dec 2021 191,197 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central exhaust clamp corroded...

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 171,011 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wishbone back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 139,601 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 139,601 miles

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

n/s/f wishbone lower rear bush slightly paly

o/s/f wishbone lower rear bush slightly play

Pass 10 Jan 2018 119,526 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 119,526 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 108,175 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 95,255 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 76,588 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 YYX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MF12 YYX, 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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MF12 YYX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 April 2012.

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