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VA12 EVT

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

166,980 mi
Last recorded166,980 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA12 EVT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2022 166,980 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 8 Dec 2022 166,980 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 156,219 miles

Bulb warning light on dash .

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on the inner edge .

Nearside rear tyre tread stepping .

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on the inner edge . (5.2.3 (e))

Ominous noise from engine when steering is loaded.

Fail 16 Dec 2021 156,191 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Bulb warning light on dash .

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on the inner edge .

Nearside rear tyre tread stepping .

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on the inner edge . (5.2.3 (e))

Ominous noise from engine when steering is loaded.

Pass 7 Dec 2020 140,645 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 140,645 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 129,707 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 112,995 miles

nail in near side rear tyre

Pass 21 Dec 2017 104,188 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/45r17 (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2016 94,472 miles

covers and shields fitted obstructing view of components

Fail 3 Dec 2016 94,349 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

covers and shields fitted obstructing view of components

Pass 23 Jun 2016 89,914 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 89,815 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2016 89,815 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 71,154 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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VA12 EVT is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VA12 EVT, 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 VA12 EVT registered?

VA12 EVT is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 July 2012.

Is VA12 EVT safe to buy?

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