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SY12 SUU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,388 mi
Last recorded128,388 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY12 SUU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 128,388 miles

Central Windscreen chipped in remainder of swept area and contained with in a 40mm dia circle

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens aged/dull (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens aged/dull (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 May 2023 118,839 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2022 108,295 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2021 100,419 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Remainder of swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 93,004 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 84,425 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 74,098 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 74,098 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2017 63,151 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 63,151 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended REAR BUSH SPLIT AND LOOSE (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended REAR BUSH SPLIT AND LOOSE (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 50,497 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 38,189 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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SY12 SUU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc 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 SY12 SUU, 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

How do I check the history of SY12 SUU?

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What year was SY12 SUU registered?

SY12 SUU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is SY12 SUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY12 SUU 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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