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ML12 OXJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

176,826 mi
Last recorded176,826 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML12 OXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 176,826 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 176,794 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 171,126 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 142,917 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 130,084 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 114,245 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 111,520 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 98,429 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2016 93,434 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 66,166 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 65,980 miles

Front and Rear discs starting to corrode

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Apr 2015 65,767 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front and Rear discs starting to corrode

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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ML12 OXJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 ML12 OXJ, 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 ML12 OXJ registered?

ML12 OXJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 26 April 2012.

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The MOT history for ML12 OXJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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