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NG12 LNP

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

119,419 mi
Last recorded119,419 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG12 LNP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 119,419 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 108,908 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 102,928 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 94,034 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 87,627 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 79,119 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 74,607 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 64,120 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 55,543 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 48,694 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 39,701 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 29,967 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 29,967 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 LNP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 NG12 LNP, 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

How do I check the history of NG12 LNP?

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What year was NG12 LNP registered?

NG12 LNP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 9 July 2012.

Is NG12 LNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG12 LNP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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