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MJ12 ABX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,477 mi
Last recorded102,477 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ12 ABX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 102,477 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 95,943 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 88,362 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2023 83,304 miles

both rear coil springs corroded

both rear coil springs corroded

rear subframe and both rear suspension arms corroded

some corrosion on rear brake discs

Fail 23 Jan 2023 83,304 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear coil springs corroded

both rear coil springs corroded

rear subframe and both rear suspension arms corroded

some corrosion on rear brake discs

Pass 20 Jan 2022 75,553 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 70,695 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 66,289 miles

Front discs lipped

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Jan 2019 58,476 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear seats ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 50,833 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 50,719 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 42,415 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 37,060 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015

Damage to off side rear tyre side wall. Cords not vissible.

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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MJ12 ABX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MJ12 ABX, 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 MJ12 ABX registered?

MJ12 ABX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is MJ12 ABX safe to buy?

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