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SB12 NKX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

226,911 mi
Last recorded226,911 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 226,911 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2025 226,911 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 214,177 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 201,939 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

accident damage to o/s/r door and wing

Pass 19 May 2022 190,982 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn on edges tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 178,194 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 158,101 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 154,734 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

Offside Rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 10 Mar 2017 128,804 miles

Engine Cover Fitted

Oil On Min

Under Tray's Fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 105,890 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 79,626 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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SB12 NKX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 NKX, 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 NKX registered?

SB12 NKX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is SB12 NKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB12 NKX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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