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PN12 KZU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

336,660 mi
Last recorded336,660 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN12 KZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 336,660 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 197,794 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2023 197,794 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2022 186,384 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

under trays fitted

Fail 9 May 2022 186,384 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2021 170,310 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

N/S/R bump stop deteriorated

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

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

Sill covers fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2020 160,289 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 160,210 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 May 2019 146,131 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2018 130,443 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

lip on front discs

Pass 31 May 2017 119,391 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 104,820 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Jun 2016 104,813 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 96,455 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 96,455 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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PN12 KZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 PN12 KZU, 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

How do I check the history of PN12 KZU?

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What year was PN12 KZU registered?

PN12 KZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is PN12 KZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN12 KZU shows 15 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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