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VO12 UTG

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

114,004 mi
Last recorded114,004 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO12 UTG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 114,004 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 108,953 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 103,771 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2022 100,111 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 97,148 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 93,907 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 93,907 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Oct 2019 90,970 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 88,164 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 86,850 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 82,954 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 81,126 miles

Centre Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front brake discs worn

Nearside Rear nail in tyre nonrepairable

Pass 16 Mar 2015 62,441 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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VO12 UTG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 VO12 UTG, 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 VO12 UTG registered?

VO12 UTG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is VO12 UTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO12 UTG 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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