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PD09 GSD

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,484 mi
Last recorded91,484 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPD09 GSD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 91,484 miles

Nearside Daytime Running Lamp Inop..

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn To Wear Indicators.. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2025 78,880 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 77,259 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 72,232 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 72,230 miles

Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 67,899 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 62,632 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 59,352 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 56,991 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated handbrake switch (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 4 Nov 2019 56,991 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

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

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

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated handbrake switch (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 53,077 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 46,119 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 36,985 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 26,955 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Nov 2015 26,955 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

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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PD09 GSD is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PD09 GSD, 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 PD09 GSD registered?

PD09 GSD is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is PD09 GSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for PD09 GSD shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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