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VE12 BVX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

243,499 mi
Last recorded243,499 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE12 BVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2021 243,499 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2021 243,371 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2021 233,094 miles

emissions not detected

Fail 10 Mar 2021 232,984 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

emissions not detected

Pass 17 Sep 2020 225,144 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 219,865 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 202,910 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 183,819 miles

Brake percentage only just passing

Pass 29 Aug 2018 168,096 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 150,080 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 114,583 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 93,503 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 66,419 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 66,058 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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VE12 BVX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BVX, 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 VE12 BVX registered?

VE12 BVX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 12 June 2012.

Is VE12 BVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE12 BVX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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