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RK12 XHM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

132,474 mi
Last recorded132,474 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK12 XHM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 132,474 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2026 132,472 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2026 132,433 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear brake imbalance

under tray fitted

Front Exhaust mounting defective section bolts loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened coil spring arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened coil spring arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all arm bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear both shock absorbers corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2025 127,337 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 122,651 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 119,692 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 117,104 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 114,281 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 111,783 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 108,964 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 105,902 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2017 79,820 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 75,164 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 72,181 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 71,567 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 68,281 miles

Offside Rear advise:4 wheel alignment, uneven tyre wear on inner edge. 235/40R18

advise: engine covers fitted obscuring some items.

advise: under trays fitted obscuring some items.

Pass 3 Mar 2015 57,016 miles

Offside Rear 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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RK12 XHM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RK12 XHM, 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 RK12 XHM registered?

RK12 XHM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 6 March 2012.

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