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MM12 GVF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

202,351 mi
Last recorded202,351 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM12 GVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 202,351 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 193,302 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 186,806 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 185,402 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 179,506 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 167,625 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 167,625 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 157,094 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 144,270 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 144,266 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 139,407 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 131,278 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 124,225 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 118,413 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 106,625 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 106,337 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 100,534 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 84,251 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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MM12 GVF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MM12 GVF, 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 MM12 GVF registered?

MM12 GVF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 6 August 2012.

Is MM12 GVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM12 GVF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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