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NU12 KBY

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2025
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

155,747 mi
Last recorded155,747 miles
Recorded on20 May 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU12 KBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 May 2024 155,747 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2024 155,747 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault light on dash (1.6 (b))

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction light on dash (1.1.6 (e))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction light on dash (2.6 (a))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault light on dash (7.1.6 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cupping (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cupping (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front day running light out

Pass 12 Jun 2023 140,071 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2023 140,061 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2022 126,905 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 25 May 2022 126,905 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 May 2021 120,474 miles

Advise both rear tyres inner treads scrubbed

Fail 18 May 2021 120,474 miles

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

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

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

Advise both rear tyres inner treads scrubbed

Pass 26 May 2020 100,721 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 100,721 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 90,041 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

undertrays fitted unable to fully inspect

Fail 3 Apr 2019 90,041 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 15 Mar 2018 77,828 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front tyre heavy cracking

Nearside Rear tyre heavy cracking

Offside Front tyre heavy cracking

Offside Rear tyre heavy cracking

Pass 4 Apr 2017 62,336 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 51,332 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 38,845 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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NU12 KBY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 NU12 KBY, 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 NU12 KBY registered?

NU12 KBY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 14 May 2012.

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