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RO12 NEF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

66,264 mi
Last recorded66,264 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO12 NEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 66,264 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 May 2026 66,264 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn rear both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated rear both side (1.1.13 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear both side corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2025 63,904 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 62,017 miles

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

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

Fail 29 May 2024 62,016 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 May 2023 59,791 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 May 2023 59,790 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 18 May 2022 57,793 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 May 2022 57,790 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative AIR BAG WARNING LAMP ON. (7.1.5 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 May 2021 55,025 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing INSIDE EDGE. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing INSIDE EDGE. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 May 2021 55,020 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken TOP OF COIL BROKEN (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault ABS WARNING LIGHT ON. (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing INSIDE EDGE. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing INSIDE EDGE. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

PARKING WARNING LIGHT ON.

Pass 12 May 2020 53,380 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 49,662 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 49,662 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 18 May 2018 45,113 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 45,109 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front TYRE WORN ON INSIDE EDGE.

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 40,492 miles

Nearside Rear TYRE HAS CUTS IN TREADS.

Pass 26 May 2016 35,282 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 30,123 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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RO12 NEF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RO12 NEF, 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 RO12 NEF registered?

RO12 NEF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is RO12 NEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO12 NEF shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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