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NG12 EZU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

93,380 mi
Last recorded93,380 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG12 EZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 93,380 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2023 93,380 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened Track control arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working Both sides (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 May 2023 90,765 miles
Fail 25 May 2023 90,765 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 May 2022 85,280 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 82,237 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2020 80,664 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 80,664 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

Pass 23 May 2019 75,481 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 71,485 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 55,066 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 29,233 miles

os wiper clearance poor

plastic covers fitted

rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 28 May 2015 8,781 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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NG12 EZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 NG12 EZU, 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 NG12 EZU registered?

NG12 EZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is NG12 EZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG12 EZU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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