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PO12 WFL

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,284 mi
Last recorded150,284 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO12 WFL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 150,284 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 147,184 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated switch faulty (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 144,669 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated switch failing (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 18 Jul 2024 144,663 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated switch failing (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 140,697 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 136,091 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 136,091 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 129,755 miles

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

Nearside Front wing & door damaged

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Jul 2021 129,748 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front wing & door damaged

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 129,529 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 115,554 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 110,958 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 105,539 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside & offside (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped / worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jul 2017 101,131 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 95,732 miles

Both front discs corroded on inside edge

Unable to check exhaust emissions

Pass 5 Mar 2015 88,961 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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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PO12 WFL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WFL, 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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PO12 WFL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 March 2012.

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