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PX12 TXZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

157,559 mi
Last recorded157,559 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX12 TXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 157,559 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlamp lenses (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2026 157,559 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlamp lenses (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 152,386 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs, inner faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres light perishing in treads 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Apr 2025 152,386 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs, inner faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres light perishing in treads 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 5 Apr 2024 148,535 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 140,913 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 135,119 miles
Fail 11 May 2022 135,114 miles

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

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not located (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 130,531 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 128,190 miles

Central Rear Middle rear seat not fitted at time of test

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 29 May 2019 120,919 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 120,918 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 112,945 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 104,140 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 96,555 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 87,602 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 83,074 miles

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

nearside rear tyre tread is stepped at inner 1/4 of tread,advise replacement

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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PX12 TXZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PX12 TXZ, 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

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What year was PX12 TXZ registered?

PX12 TXZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 23 March 2012.

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