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PK12 GRZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,252 mi
Last recorded68,252 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK12 GRZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2018 68,252 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 55,707 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

deep splits in inner sidewalls of both front tyres

Fail 28 Mar 2017 55,707 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

deep splits in inner sidewalls of both front tyres

Pass 16 Mar 2016 44,594 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

deep splits in both front tyre inner sidewalls

Pass 25 Mar 2015 32,605 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Mar 2015 32,599 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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PK12 GRZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PK12 GRZ, 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 PK12 GRZ registered?

PK12 GRZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is PK12 GRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK12 GRZ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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