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SIJ 341

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

199,556 mi
Last recorded199,556 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIJ 341
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 199,556 miles

All four tyres are worn close to the legal limit

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 185,603 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S - Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2024 185,561 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Incorrect spacing - 2nd/3rd character (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component insecurely attached Spring fitted incorrectly (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulb fitted in halogen unit (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulb fitted in halogen unit (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Incorrect spacing - 2nd/3rd character (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S - Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 171,369 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 155,148 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 140,365 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 127,978 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2019 115,782 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 93,321 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2017 70,115 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit very low (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 58,996 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 45,774 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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SIJ 341 is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SIJ 341, 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 SIJ 341 registered?

SIJ 341 is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 5 November 2012.

Is SIJ 341 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIJ 341 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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