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SM12 UNX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

66,000 mi
Last recorded66,000 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 UNX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2020 66,000 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 65,909 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides misted up on outside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear mountings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 167,954 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 158,927 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre also wearing uneven ()

Fail 5 Jul 2018 158,915 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre also wearing uneven ()

Pass 14 Jun 2017 132,646 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 108,947 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 83,906 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 51,320 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 25,478 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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SM12 UNX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SM12 UNX, 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 SM12 UNX registered?

SM12 UNX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 July 2012.

Is SM12 UNX safe to buy?

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