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SE12 NDL

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,548 mi
Last recorded147,548 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE12 NDL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 147,548 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2026 147,548 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 144,548 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 140,495 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 134,718 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 126,688 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 121,361 miles

Emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM could not register the reading.

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

Pass 4 Feb 2020 117,114 miles

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

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

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

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

bonnet catch

slight bind n/s/f wheel

Pass 5 Feb 2019 108,056 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 96,410 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 83,144 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 78,728 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 69,701 miles

o/s/r tyre bald and unevenly worn on inner edge

Fail 3 Aug 2015 69,694 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs slightly corroded on inner edge

o/s/r tyre bald and unevenly worn on inner edge

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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SE12 NDL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown 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 SE12 NDL, 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 SE12 NDL registered?

SE12 NDL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 6 August 2012.

Is SE12 NDL safe to buy?

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