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WP12 EKD

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,257 mi
Last recorded155,257 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 155,257 miles

Rear brake pads wearing close to legal limit

Rear number plate deteriated

emission to clean

Pass 16 Jul 2018 240,710 miles

emission to clean

Fail 16 Jul 2018 240,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

emission to clean

Pass 17 Jul 2017 227,764 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 129,605 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear seatbelts not checked due to child seats fitted

Fail 26 Jun 2015 110,384 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise(slight uneven wear on rear tyres)

advise(various under trays & wheel arch liners )

Pass 26 Jun 2015 110,384 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise(slight uneven wear on rear tyres)

advise(various under trays & wheel arch liners )

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 EKD is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EKD, 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 WP12 EKD registered?

WP12 EKD is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 9 July 2012.

Is WP12 EKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP12 EKD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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