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NA12 AOM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,069 mi
Last recorded146,069 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNA12 AOM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 146,069 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 137,570 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2025 137,570 miles

Offside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 129,653 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 126,977 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 124,034 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT DISCSRUSTED/SCORED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR DISCS RUSTED/SCORED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 1 Apr 2022 124,034 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT DISCSRUSTED/SCORED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR DISCS RUSTED/SCORED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 116,994 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Mar 2021 116,994 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault AIR BAG LAMP ON (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2020 111,291 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH INNER DISC FACES STARTINGTO RUST (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH DISCS STARTING TO RUST (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Apr 2020 111,291 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH INNER DISC FACES STARTINGTO RUST (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH WORN OUT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH WORN OUT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH DISCS STARTING TO RUST (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 100,774 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 100,774 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault AIRBAG LAMP ON (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 92,391 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2018 92,391 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 82,049 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 70,559 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 60,742 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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NA12 AOM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NA12 AOM, 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 NA12 AOM registered?

NA12 AOM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is NA12 AOM safe to buy?

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