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NV12 HJN

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

232,571 mi
Last recorded232,571 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV12 HJN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2024 232,571 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 227,126 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 221,331 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 213,321 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 199,089 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 199,079 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (adjuster in-op) (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 194,693 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 194,662 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 187,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 185,203 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 175,287 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 163,238 miles

Nearside Front damage to tyre side wall

Pass 20 Feb 2017 142,162 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 116,223 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 116,147 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 88,485 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)

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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NV12 HJN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 NV12 HJN, 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 NV12 HJN registered?

NV12 HJN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is NV12 HJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV12 HJN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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