MOT Status
ValidMileage
247,153 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper replaced (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
emission to clean
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?
Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MJ12 YPV 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 75%.
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 MJ12 YPV, 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
How do I check the history of MJ12 YPV?
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What year was MJ12 YPV registered?
MJ12 YPV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 24 May 2012.
Is MJ12 YPV safe to buy?
The MOT history for MJ12 YPV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MJ12 YPV have outstanding finance?
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