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SY12 SZU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

276,397 mi
Last recorded276,397 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY12 SZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 276,397 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear underbody and suspension components has some corrosion

Pass 27 Nov 2024 266,705 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear sub frame shock absorbers, underbody has some corrosion

Pass 21 Nov 2023 258,064 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2023 258,025 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 244,800 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 236,126 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 227,534 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 217,668 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 128,808 miles

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Pass 8 Jun 2018 124,382 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 114,131 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 93,236 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 90,777 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 SZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SZU, 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 SY12 SZU registered?

SY12 SZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is SY12 SZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY12 SZU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SY12 SZU have outstanding finance?

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