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RV12 SLU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

126,170 mi
Last recorded126,170 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 SLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 126,170 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 126,166 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 178,519 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 178,515 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working on tail gate (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2017 110,636 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 110,636 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 102,950 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 102,950 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 92,384 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 71,931 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 53,315 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 41,702 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Mar 2015 41,702 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 34,208 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 25,840 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 15,079 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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RV12 SLU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 RV12 SLU, 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 RV12 SLU registered?

RV12 SLU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is RV12 SLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 SLU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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