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MK12 BFX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

170,079 mi
Last recorded170,079 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK12 BFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2021 170,079 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 160,873 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 157,201 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2019 157,201 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 154,515 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 154,489 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 144,450 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 134,630 miles

unsertrays fitted

Pass 1 Nov 2016 125,932 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2016 113,471 miles

front tyres worn to around 3mm, both wearing abnormally lower on their inner edges.

Pass 27 Feb 2015 82,321 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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MK12 BFX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MK12 BFX, 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 MK12 BFX registered?

MK12 BFX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is MK12 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK12 BFX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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