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VK12 FHH

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,251 mi
Last recorded134,251 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 FHH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 134,251 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 123,535 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear facing wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

hand brake button damaged / imbalance front and rear brakes

nsf inner tyre side wall damaged

Pass 28 Mar 2017 109,386 miles

front pads low / rear lower arms corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2016 96,165 miles

Nearside Rear child seat, ref seat belt inspection

Pass 1 Apr 2015 82,994 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 82,994 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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 FHH is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,598cc 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 VK12 FHH, 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 VK12 FHH registered?

VK12 FHH is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is VK12 FHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK12 FHH 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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