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VN12 NBM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

181,602 mi
Last recorded181,602 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 NBM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 181,602 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2026 181,602 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2025 177,963 miles

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))

Pass 18 May 2024 171,298 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 May 2024 171,267 miles

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))

Pass 13 May 2023 168,855 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2022 165,809 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 158,014 miles

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))

Pass 18 May 2020 150,536 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 143,756 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 135,011 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 114,732 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 97,635 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 69,048 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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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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VN12 NBM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 June 2012.

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