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SJ12 OTM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

169,486 mi
Last recorded169,486 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ12 OTM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2024 169,486 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2024 169,467 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2023 156,253 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 139,880 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 124,247 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Misting (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Misting (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Jan 2021 124,209 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Misting (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Misting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 112,302 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2018 97,636 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 82,631 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing unevenly on inside edge

undertrays fitted underneath vehicle

Pass 28 Nov 2016 74,017 miles

Front brake discs corroded and pitted on inner faces

Pass 3 Dec 2015 65,859 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 53,490 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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SJ12 OTM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SJ12 OTM, 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 SJ12 OTM registered?

SJ12 OTM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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The MOT history for SJ12 OTM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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