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SK12 GVV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

164,927 mi
Last recorded164,927 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK12 GVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 164,927 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 156,005 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2022 148,942 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2022 148,942 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 134,288 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 122,808 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 103,469 miles

under body has cover / tray fitted

Fail 5 Dec 2019 103,469 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

under body has cover / tray fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2019 94,769 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 84,691 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 67,959 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 49,872 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 33,035 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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SK12 GVV 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 84.6%.

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 SK12 GVV, 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 SK12 GVV registered?

SK12 GVV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is SK12 GVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK12 GVV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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