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VA12 VAF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

179,956 mi
Last recorded179,956 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA12 VAF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 179,956 miles

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

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

zero emissions

Fail 2 May 2018 179,952 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

zero emissions

Pass 8 May 2017 115,512 miles

zero emission

Pass 19 Aug 2016 102,222 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 102,222 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 83,267 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit depth 2mm and bald on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside washer jet little high

engine bay covers and under trays

Pass 7 Aug 2015 76,618 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

child seat n/s/r,engine covers and undertrays

Fail 7 Aug 2015 76,618 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

child seat n/s/r,engine covers and undertrays

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 VAF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 VAF, 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 VAF registered?

VA12 VAF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 9 August 2012.

Is VA12 VAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA12 VAF shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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