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RHZ 3329

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

232,929 mi
Last recorded232,929 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHZ 3329
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 232,929 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 218,841 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 203,385 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both side corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 203,385 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both side corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 192,552 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 173,459 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 150,370 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 130,939 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 103,817 miles

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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RHZ 3329 is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RHZ 3329, 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 RHZ 3329 registered?

RHZ 3329 is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 25 September 2012.

Is RHZ 3329 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHZ 3329 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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