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RJ12 DWN

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

145,202 mi
Last recorded145,202 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ12 DWN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 145,202 miles

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Fail 5 Feb 2025 145,202 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Fuel system component leaking drivers floor trim-pipes and tank area wet -investigate (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Drive shaft securing bolt loose bolts loose on gearbox side (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing x1 bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitment issue and reset both aims before retest (4.1.2 (c))

front reg plate poor,screen cracking-if gets any worse then will require changing,spare tyre deflated,nsf outer cv boot poor greasy,fuel tank -trims oily,front brake discs poor grooved,nsf wheel buckle

suspension rattle-front linkbar play-investigate

Pass 8 Feb 2024 131,260 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 123,494 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 115,591 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 104,532 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Jun 2019 97,150 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective BOTH SIDES (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 88,918 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 81,457 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 73,636 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 48,408 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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RJ12 DWN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc 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 RJ12 DWN, 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

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What year was RJ12 DWN registered?

RJ12 DWN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 8 June 2012.

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The MOT history for RJ12 DWN 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.

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