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RE12 RZA

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

117,532 mi
Last recorded117,532 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE12 RZA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 117,532 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 111,096 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 99,678 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively all 4 (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 93,053 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Big round ones in alloy case (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 80,723 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 73,509 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 73,507 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 68,113 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn slightly on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn slightly on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear brake pads appear worn.

Pass 31 Jul 2019 61,821 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 52,975 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 44,025 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 30,229 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 29,900 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 25,874 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 25,874 miles

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

Offside 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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RE12 RZA is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 RE12 RZA, 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 RE12 RZA registered?

RE12 RZA is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is RE12 RZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE12 RZA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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