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S33 HKM

2012 Volkswagen Unknown

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,525 mi
Last recorded78,525 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Unknown68,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS33 HKM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 78,525 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2024 70,872 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2024 70,872 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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S33 HKM is a 2012 Volkswagen Unknown in Black with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 68,756 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S33 HKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S33 HKM registered?

S33 HKM is a 2012 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is S33 HKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S33 HKM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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