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PJ12 DXB

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

189,913 mi
Last recorded189,913 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ12 DXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 189,913 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 182,538 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 174,269 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 17 Jun 2023 174,269 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 163,374 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 150,319 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 6 Jun 2020 133,229 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2019 75,188 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

offside rear tyre nailed

under trays fitted obscuring the view to some underside components

Fail 25 May 2019 119,737 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

offside rear tyre nailed

under trays fitted obscuring the view to some underside components

Pass 26 May 2018 107,291 miles

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Pass 27 May 2017 88,372 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Pass 21 May 2016 78,195 miles

front windscreen wipers smearing

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2015 68,698 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Jun 2015 68,698 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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PJ12 DXB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PJ12 DXB, 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.

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What year was PJ12 DXB registered?

PJ12 DXB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 12 June 2012.

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