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RJ12 OVL

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

208,994 mi
Last recorded208,994 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ12 OVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2022 208,994 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 191,455 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 169,046 miles

Nearside Front Lower Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 156,072 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 144,830 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 129,596 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 117,345 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 112,252 miles

Nearside under protection damaged.

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 OVL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OVL, 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 OVL registered?

RJ12 OVL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is RJ12 OVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ12 OVL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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