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RJ12 PLN

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

212,801 mi
Last recorded212,801 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ12 PLN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2026 212,801 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2025 202,276 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 192,609 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 182,035 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 172,110 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 161,600 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 151,909 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge two front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 140,953 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 115,070 miles

offside and nearside front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 3 Jul 2017 80,793 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 46,711 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 31,258 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 PLN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 PLN, 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 RJ12 PLN registered?

RJ12 PLN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 3 July 2012.

Is RJ12 PLN safe to buy?

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