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VE12 AFO

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

165,926 mi
Last recorded165,926 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE12 AFO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 165,926 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

engine oil on minimum

headlight level switch deteriorated

Pass 19 Oct 2022 156,151 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Oct 2021 143,466 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 135,062 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 121,360 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front and rear all app 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2017 115,621 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 92,829 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 6 May 2015 91,470 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 6 May 2015 91,470 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

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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VE12 AFO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VE12 AFO, 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 VE12 AFO registered?

VE12 AFO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 June 2012.

Is VE12 AFO safe to buy?

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