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RF12 BYA

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

162,646 mi
Last recorded162,646 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 BYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 162,646 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 140,302 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 134,099 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 127,701 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 121,600 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 100,049 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres inner edge slightly out of shape

Fail 30 Jun 2015 99,492 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Outer Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres inner edge slightly out of shape

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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RF12 BYA is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RF12 BYA, 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 RF12 BYA registered?

RF12 BYA is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 10 July 2012.

Is RF12 BYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF12 BYA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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