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WM12 UBX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

159,613 mi
Last recorded159,613 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM12 UBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 159,613 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 138,863 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 218,635 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 217,077 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Edges Worn (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Aug 2023 217,077 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Edges Worn (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 213,275 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 201,457 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 194,842 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 189,607 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 114,508 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread/edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 100,828 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 74,834 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 52,399 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

console bushes starting to split

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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WM12 UBX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black 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 WM12 UBX, 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 WM12 UBX registered?

WM12 UBX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 13 August 2012.

Is WM12 UBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM12 UBX 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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