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VK12 GKU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

143,231 mi
Last recorded143,231 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 GKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 143,231 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 139,001 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 136,511 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 131,258 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 122,010 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 114,833 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 103,500 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 103,500 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 95,511 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 92,665 miles

Both rear tyres heavily feathered

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

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

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 GKU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black 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 GKU, 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 GKU registered?

VK12 GKU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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