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VK12 UOV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

252,938 mi
Last recorded252,938 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 UOV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 252,938 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2025 252,938 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 236,054 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 217,324 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 202,708 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 183,739 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low and out of shape both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 183,739 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low and out of shape both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 166,737 miles

Nearside Rear seat belt slightly damaged

Pass 9 May 2019 142,822 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 142,822 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2018 118,380 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 102,316 miles

unable to perform smoke test

Pass 13 May 2016 79,069 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 56,231 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 UOV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UOV, 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 UOV registered?

VK12 UOV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 May 2012.

Is VK12 UOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK12 UOV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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