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NX12 WFG

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

143,833 mi
Last recorded143,833 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX12 WFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 143,833 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 128,384 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 113,218 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 100,293 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 96,180 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 88,826 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 88,826 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 85,774 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 80,374 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 76,031 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside & offside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 71,461 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 66,070 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)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 49,882 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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NX12 WFG 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 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 NX12 WFG, 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 NX12 WFG registered?

NX12 WFG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 April 2012.

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The MOT history for NX12 WFG 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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