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RO12 NXJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

215,989 mi
Last recorded215,989 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO12 NXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2022 215,989 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2021 199,343 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases +clamp corroded through (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust dpf fitted,result 0.00 1/m

Pass 9 Oct 2020 191,183 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake discs showing slight deterioration

exhaust dpf fitted,results 0.00

Pass 17 Sep 2019 185,151 miles

brake discs showing deterioration

exhaust dpf fitted,no recorded emission results,actual 0.00

Fail 29 Mar 2019 182,416 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust dpf fitted,no recorded emission results,actual 0.03

front lower suspension arm rear bushes slightly deteriorated

n/s rear tyre mis-shapen on limit

o/s winndscreen cracked o/s on limit

Pass 4 Apr 2018 175,237 miles

both front wishbone rear bushes showing wear

rear tyres getting lower

Pass 29 Mar 2017 151,954 miles

front lower suspension arm rear bush showing slight deterioration

front tyre o/s getting lower on edge

Pass 5 Apr 2016 123,580 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres have slightly uneven/stepped treadwear

Pass 23 Mar 2015 93,599 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 NXJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NXJ, 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 NXJ registered?

RO12 NXJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 April 2012.

Is RO12 NXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO12 NXJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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