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RJ12 CGY

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

165,437 mi
Last recorded165,437 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ12 CGY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 165,437 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 161,568 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2024 156,609 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 152,616 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2022 148,324 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2021 140,124 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Jul 2021 140,118 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 135,770 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

centre exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 10 May 2019 125,973 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 112,505 miles

Nearside Front nail in tyre

surface cracks in both rear tyre

Pass 11 May 2017 99,172 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 May 2017 99,172 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 May 2016 79,877 miles

both front tyres close to legal limit and worn inner edge

both front wiper blades split

Pass 13 May 2015 60,450 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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RJ12 CGY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 RJ12 CGY, 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 RJ12 CGY?

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What year was RJ12 CGY registered?

RJ12 CGY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 May 2012.

Is RJ12 CGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ12 CGY shows 14 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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