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SG12 AAX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

198,036 mi
Last recorded198,036 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 AAX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 198,036 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 195,767 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 193,407 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 187,047 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2022 182,677 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 156,953 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 141,365 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 113,184 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 102,884 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 102,877 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 100,183 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 93,943 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 89,789 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 85,278 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 76,653 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres on 3mm

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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SG12 AAX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SG12 AAX, 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 SG12 AAX registered?

SG12 AAX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is SG12 AAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG12 AAX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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