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RF12 LWJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

133,578 mi
Last recorded133,578 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 LWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 133,578 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 124,798 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2025 124,674 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 115,702 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 106,887 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 96,885 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 86,945 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 66,030 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 56,146 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 45,937 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 39,932 miles

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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 LWJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LWJ, 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

How do I check the history of RF12 LWJ?

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What year was RF12 LWJ registered?

RF12 LWJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 August 2012.

Is RF12 LWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF12 LWJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RF12 LWJ have outstanding finance?

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