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SB12 KYC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

190,934 mi
Last recorded190,934 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB12 KYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2025 190,934 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear both side lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

bonnet catch modified

Pass 11 Jan 2024 182,423 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 177,006 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 171,513 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 167,378 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 160,374 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 152,858 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 143,593 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 135,719 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 119,712 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SB12 KYC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SB12 KYC, 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 SB12 KYC registered?

SB12 KYC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is SB12 KYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB12 KYC shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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