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RF12 KWD

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

166,649 mi
Last recorded166,649 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 KWD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2022 166,649 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear support bushes worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive engine slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

bonnet stiff to open and damaged

Fail 5 Oct 2022 166,643 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear support bushes worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive engine slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

bonnet stiff to open and damaged

Pass 27 Sep 2021 135,789 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 120,622 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 106,595 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 91,578 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 74,213 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 52,102 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection

Fail 4 Aug 2016 52,100 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection

Pass 10 Aug 2015 51,867 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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 KWD is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KWD, 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 KWD registered?

RF12 KWD is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 August 2012.

Is RF12 KWD safe to buy?

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