MOT Status
ValidMileage
181,602 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Covers + Shields Fitted
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both Sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Dust Cover Split + Excessive Movement (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Coolant Low
Covers + Shields Fitted
Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides Worn on Inner Edge, Advise to Change Soon - 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Inner Tie Rod Has Play ()
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Coolant Low
Covers + Shields Fitted
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chips (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Marked with Yellow Chalk - 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both Sides Marked with Yellow Chalk - 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Wipers Smeary
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
covers + shields fitted
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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VN12 NBM 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 85.7%.
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 VN12 NBM, 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 VN12 NBM registered?
VN12 NBM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 June 2012.
Is VN12 NBM safe to buy?
The MOT history for VN12 NBM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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