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MT12 BBJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

170,211 mi
Last recorded170,211 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT12 BBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2021 170,211 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 165,955 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 143,251 miles

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

engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

under body cover fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 25 Jun 2018 123,626 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 123,626 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2017 105,129 miles

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)

Pass 29 Jun 2017 85,335 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2017 81,296 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 63,486 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 49,638 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 46,793 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2015 42,700 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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MT12 BBJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue 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 MT12 BBJ, 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 MT12 BBJ registered?

MT12 BBJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is MT12 BBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT12 BBJ 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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