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PK12 WMP

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

78,694 mi
Last recorded78,694 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 78,694 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front daytime running lamp not working

Pass 24 Oct 2024 66,656 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 60,377 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement max (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement max (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 52,142 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 45,977 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 42,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 35,053 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 29,709 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 29,709 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 24,912 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 18,455 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2015 15,040 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 15,040 miles

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

Offside Front 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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PK12 WMP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 PK12 WMP, 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 WMP registered?

PK12 WMP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is PK12 WMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK12 WMP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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