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SC12 XYR

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

158,483 mi
Last recorded158,483 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC12 XYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 158,483 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 146,212 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre 235 / 45 / 17 ()

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Mishapen 235 45 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 135,724 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Nov 2022 124,973 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 114,192 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2021 114,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 111,604 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Nov 2020 111,604 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 104,201 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 83,018 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 62,145 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some parts

Nearside Rear Tyre worn uneven on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn uneven on inner edge

Pass 29 Oct 2016 41,135 miles

both rear tyres wearing out of shape on inner edges

engine cover and under-trays fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2015 31,170 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 27,966 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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SC12 XYR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SC12 XYR, 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 SC12 XYR registered?

SC12 XYR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 14 July 2012.

Is SC12 XYR safe to buy?

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