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VE12 ZKU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

146,363 mi
Last recorded146,363 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2020 146,363 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

PLASTIC UNDER TRAY FITTED STOPPING FULL INSPECTION

Pass 25 Aug 2018 144,916 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 75,833 miles

Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush aluminium bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush aluminium bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 61,954 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear baby seats fitted both sides.

Pass 1 Jul 2015 50,689 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 50,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres worn on inner edge (close to legal limit)

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 ZKU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ZKU, 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 ZKU registered?

VE12 ZKU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is VE12 ZKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE12 ZKU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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