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MJ12 WXS

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

160,885 mi
Last recorded160,885 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 160,885 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 156,182 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2020 156,182 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 145,164 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 133,969 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 120,002 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn on extreme edge.

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn on extreme edge.

Pass 11 Jun 2016 105,873 miles

Offside Rear tire uneven wear inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 May 2015 88,984 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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MJ12 WXS is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WXS, 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 WXS registered?

MJ12 WXS is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 May 2012.

Is MJ12 WXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ12 WXS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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