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VK12 NZR

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,510 mi
Last recorded164,510 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 NZR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2025 164,510 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 153,517 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 144,698 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 133,709 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 123,216 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to bald and cracking in between treads (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to bald and cracking in between treads (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 112,238 miles

Front Lower Suspension arms rear mounting bushes are perished and worn

Offside Number plate light is dull

Rear Tyres are wearing on the inner edge

Under-trays fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2019 100,477 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 86,930 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 74,626 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2017 70,815 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)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 56,472 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)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 44,215 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 NZR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NZR, 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 NZR registered?

VK12 NZR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 3 April 2012.

Is VK12 NZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK12 NZR shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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