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VA12 UZV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,820 mi
Last recorded109,820 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA12 UZV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 109,820 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 rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2025 102,325 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened main arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened main arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 97,018 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 91,406 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 86,660 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2022 86,660 miles

Exhaust system insecure Exhaust sleeve/clamp corroded through (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2021 81,783 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2020 76,921 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 76,921 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2019 71,334 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inside (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 58,426 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 48,267 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 48,261 miles

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

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 40,033 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 31,760 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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 UZV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VA12 UZV, 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 VA12 UZV registered?

VA12 UZV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 24 August 2012.

Is VA12 UZV safe to buy?

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