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WIL 3032

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,686 mi
Last recorded135,686 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWIL 3032
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 135,686 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2026 135,685 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2025 130,781 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2025 130,781 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 125,534 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2024 125,531 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 119,836 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 119,836 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 113,235 miles

General corrosion to rear suspension

Undertray fitted to front

Fail 6 Sep 2022 113,233 miles

Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

General corrosion to rear suspension

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

Undertray fitted to front

Pass 7 Sep 2021 107,302 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 2 Sep 2020 101,235 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 89,354 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 89,342 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 80,316 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 72,297 miles

No measurable level of smoke emitted

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2016 67,898 miles

front discs have rust on braking surface

front discs have rust on braking surface inner

Pass 15 Sep 2015 52,963 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (3.5.1i)

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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WIL 3032 is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WIL 3032, 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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What year was WIL 3032 registered?

WIL 3032 is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 8 October 2012.

Is WIL 3032 safe to buy?

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