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NU12 SNZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

143,427 mi
Last recorded143,427 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU12 SNZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 143,427 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 128,550 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 114,235 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2023 113,937 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 101,646 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 90,873 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 77,496 miles

Covers obscuring some components

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 63,635 miles

Covers obscuring some components

NSF OSF NSR OSR tyres have inner shoulder wear

Pass 10 May 2016 42,674 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner sides (3.5.1i)

engine covers and under covers fitted obscuring some components

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres have inner shoulder wear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2015 27,404 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 SNZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NU12 SNZ, 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 NU12 SNZ registered?

NU12 SNZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is NU12 SNZ safe to buy?

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