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WR12 OBU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

193,157 mi
Last recorded193,157 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR12 OBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 193,157 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces lipped and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 169,693 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 159,960 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 148,302 miles

Offside Front tyre is wearing on the inner edge

Fail 16 Jun 2017 148,302 miles

Offside Front tyre is wearing on the inner edge

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 133,128 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2016 133,106 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 116,931 miles

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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WR12 OBU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WR12 OBU, 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 WR12 OBU registered?

WR12 OBU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 13 June 2012.

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