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S27 SXM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

160,962 mi
Last recorded160,962 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS27 SXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 160,962 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2025 149,469 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 138,479 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 124,887 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 112,958 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 May 2022 112,958 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 100,716 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 93,449 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 84,593 miles

Offside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Apr 2018 75,372 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 70,457 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 62,260 miles

Engine warning light indicates a fault

Pass 13 Apr 2015 45,031 miles

Offside outer cv gaiter inner clip not fitted

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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S27 SXM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 S27 SXM, 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 S27 SXM registered?

S27 SXM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 April 2012.

Is S27 SXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S27 SXM 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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