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RF12 JSV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

139,913 mi
Last recorded139,913 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 JSV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 139,913 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2025 139,399 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2024 138,363 miles

Corrosion to underside of vehicle

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 128,677 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear NS/OS Rear shocks corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NS/OS Rear suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under shields fitted to front ,sides and sill covers

Pass 24 Aug 2022 127,159 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Plastic under shield fitted to front and sides

Fail 23 Aug 2022 127,159 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Plastic under shield fitted to front and sides

Pass 1 Jul 2021 120,776 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn lumpy (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2020 115,697 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner grease around o/s front inner cv boot. unable to see split or hole

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

plastic engine covers and under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Jul 2019 111,218 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 102,901 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 96,320 miles

Rear both rear tyres inner edge slightly castellated.

Pass 8 Jul 2016 89,723 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 72,941 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Jul 2015 72,927 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 JSV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 JSV, 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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RF12 JSV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is RF12 JSV safe to buy?

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