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WG12 TEU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,170 mi
Last recorded103,170 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG12 TEU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 103,170 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 95,393 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2024 95,393 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 87,022 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 87,022 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 83,129 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 75,807 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 66,931 miles

revs too low for emission test reading

Pass 17 Jun 2020 63,711 miles

revs too low for emission test reading

Pass 13 Jun 2019 58,149 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 46,591 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 35,269 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 27,728 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 20,712 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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WG12 TEU 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 WG12 TEU, 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

How do I check the history of WG12 TEU?

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What year was WG12 TEU registered?

WG12 TEU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 July 2012.

Is WG12 TEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG12 TEU 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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