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RV12 YVF

2012 Volkswagen Shuttle

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

65,621 mi
Last recorded65,621 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Shuttle82,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 YVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelShuttle
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 65,621 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2025 65,561 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 65,020 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 63,790 miles

Nearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test middle row seat ()

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged slightly frayed at bottom (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 56,403 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 52,214 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 7 Feb 2020 50,033 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 49,025 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 48,996 miles

Both front and rear wipers are poor

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 48,078 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 45,023 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nail in NSR tyre

Fail 1 Feb 2016 45,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nail in NSR tyre

Pass 2 Mar 2015 37,033 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Shuttle?

Based on 3,083 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,081
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
position lamp(s) not working 24
Stop lamp not working 21
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RV12 YVF is a 2012 Volkswagen Shuttle in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Shuttle models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 82,305 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Shuttle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV12 YVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Shuttle typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Shuttle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV12 YVF registered?

RV12 YVF is a 2012 Volkswagen Shuttle, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is RV12 YVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 YVF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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