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VN12 XTU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

121,566 mi
Last recorded121,566 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 XTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 121,566 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 113,843 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush at rear of wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush at rear of wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 108,820 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2023 108,817 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2022 103,595 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 102,154 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 92,735 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 84,511 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 80,748 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 68,202 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 55,493 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 49,661 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 39,039 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 XTU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 XTU, 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 VN12 XTU registered?

VN12 XTU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is VN12 XTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN12 XTU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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