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VK12 BJV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

242,019 mi
Last recorded242,019 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 BJV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2021 242,019 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 237,430 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 219,589 miles

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 209,823 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 209,798 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 196,234 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 166,089 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 136,948 miles

after market headlamp bulbs fitted which start flashing after being switched on

Pass 30 Mar 2016 134,246 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 124,326 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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VK12 BJV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VK12 BJV, 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 VK12 BJV registered?

VK12 BJV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is VK12 BJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK12 BJV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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