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MF12 YZU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

171,088 mi
Last recorded171,088 miles
Recorded on6 May 2017
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 YZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 6 May 2017 171,088 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2017 170,359 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2016 160,016 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 143,033 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Bothside Rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Bothside (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 104,850 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise 4wheel alignment check due to tyre wear

bonnet stiff to open

both rear tyres stepped on inner edge

nearside door mirror glass damaged

suspect offside front tyre close to ply (inner edge)

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 YZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YZU, 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 YZU registered?

MF12 YZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is MF12 YZU safe to buy?

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