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OU12 AEN

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

121,621 mi
Last recorded121,621 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU12 AEN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 121,621 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 107,395 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 107,374 miles

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

Exhaust system insecure centre sleeve clamp corroded and broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 95,835 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 94,326 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 89,355 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 89,355 miles

Emissions not tested due to management light on (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Fuel pipe union leaking injector pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 May 2018 79,230 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 79,228 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 8 May 2017 69,069 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 56,192 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 56,190 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2015 42,082 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 42,082 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.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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OU12 AEN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 OU12 AEN, 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 OU12 AEN registered?

OU12 AEN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 17 March 2012.

Is OU12 AEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU12 AEN shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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