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MW12 OPU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,672 mi
Last recorded87,672 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW12 OPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 87,672 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 83,275 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2024 79,357 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 75,568 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 70,760 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 70,757 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 66,339 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 66,336 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 62,456 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 60,786 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 52,011 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 43,079 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 35,622 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 28,154 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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MW12 OPU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MW12 OPU, 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 MW12 OPU registered?

MW12 OPU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 August 2012.

Is MW12 OPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW12 OPU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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