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VE12 TTZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

210,231 mi
Last recorded210,231 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 210,231 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 195,604 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 181,669 miles
Fail 26 May 2024 181,620 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 166,844 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 124,467 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 111,291 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 98,853 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 84,315 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 84,312 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm BADLY WORN ON INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 64,527 miles

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

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

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 TTZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 TTZ, 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 TTZ registered?

VE12 TTZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 July 2012.

Is VE12 TTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE12 TTZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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