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MK02 OWL

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,738 mi
Last recorded115,738 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK02 OWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2026 115,738 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 105,077 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 99,641 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 87,996 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 82,589 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 77,507 miles

too clean to read emissions

Pass 5 Sep 2018 72,434 miles

too clean to read emmisions

Pass 24 May 2017 66,342 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 61,724 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 42,277 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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MK02 OWL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 MK02 OWL, 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 MK02 OWL registered?

MK02 OWL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 25 May 2012.

Is MK02 OWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK02 OWL shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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