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PO12 WFK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

159,565 mi
Last recorded159,565 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO12 WFK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2020 159,565 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 137,889 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2019 137,404 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Jul 2018 109,494 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 98,588 miles

front brake disc,s worn.

Pass 4 Aug 2017 86,028 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 86,028 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 73,266 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 58,786 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 49,138 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 36,244 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 25,740 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 25,740 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 23,633 miles

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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PO12 WFK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black 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 PO12 WFK, 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 PO12 WFK registered?

PO12 WFK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is PO12 WFK safe to buy?

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