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MK12 BLX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

226,704 mi
Last recorded226,704 miles
Recorded on20 May 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2023 226,704 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underbody tray fitted

Pass 28 May 2022 220,121 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2021 217,093 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 189,510 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 179,696 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 179,684 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 173,878 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 173,878 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 157,862 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 143,400 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 127,521 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 113,221 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 97,983 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 83,741 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 83,564 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 67,526 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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MK12 BLX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 MK12 BLX, 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 BLX registered?

MK12 BLX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is MK12 BLX safe to buy?

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