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WP12 AOS

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

194,363 mi
Last recorded194,363 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP12 AOS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 194,363 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 194,363 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 178,628 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 178,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 155,715 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 127,632 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 99,783 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 87,724 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 67,064 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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WP12 AOS is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WP12 AOS, 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 WP12 AOS registered?

WP12 AOS is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 21 June 2012.

Is WP12 AOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP12 AOS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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