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WN12 YHS

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

240,419 mi
Last recorded240,419 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN12 YHS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 240,419 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 230,408 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2020 230,408 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2020 228,776 miles

Rear Lower engine mount deteriorated

Pass 4 May 2019 198,907 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 162,824 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 148,850 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 113,328 miles

Both rear tyres sawtoothed

Pass 8 May 2015 90,115 miles

Both front tyres thread distorted

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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WN12 YHS is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WN12 YHS, 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 WN12 YHS registered?

WN12 YHS is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is WN12 YHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN12 YHS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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