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VO12 VHZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

281,032 mi
Last recorded281,032 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO12 VHZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 281,032 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 268,714 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 260,603 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2023 244,155 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2023 243,907 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 218,648 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 172,673 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 149,375 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 127,023 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 89,836 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 VHZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VHZ, 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 VHZ registered?

VO12 VHZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is VO12 VHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO12 VHZ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VO12 VHZ have outstanding finance?

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