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RO12 NFG

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

256,648 mi
Last recorded256,648 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO12 NFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2021 256,648 miles

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

Nearside Front slight play at n/s/f inner steering arm

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

oil warning light on

Fail 15 Dec 2021 256,620 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure has come out of support mountings (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front slight play at n/s/f inner steering arm

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

oil warning light on

Pass 10 Jun 2021 239,156 miles

Nearside Front wheel arch liner not fully attatched

Fail 9 Jun 2021 239,075 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front wheel arch liner not fully attatched

Pass 19 Dec 2020 231,967 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 220,856 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 210,250 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 198,999 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 184,308 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 169,479 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 155,936 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 138,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit heavily worn inner edge tread not cut as deep (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit heavily worn inner edge tread not cut as deep (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2016 117,805 miles

Front registration plate cracked

Pass 9 Dec 2015 96,299 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 77,278 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 75,659 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions not detected due to rev limiter

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 NFG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RO12 NFG, 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 RO12 NFG registered?

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

Is RO12 NFG safe to buy?

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