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SG12 TFZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,262 mi
Last recorded130,262 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 TFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2026 130,262 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 126,746 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 125,602 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 117,834 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 109,010 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2022 102,064 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 90,450 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 81,945 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both only just (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2018 69,058 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 52,140 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 36,553 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 May 2015 23,128 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 22,543 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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SG12 TFZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 SG12 TFZ, 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 TFZ registered?

SG12 TFZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is SG12 TFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG12 TFZ shows 13 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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