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WR12 XZO

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

167,127 mi
Last recorded167,127 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR12 XZO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 167,127 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 152,682 miles

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2025 152,673 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 135,891 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 115,400 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 115,400 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 109,015 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Jan 2021 102,246 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 98,525 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 88,343 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing uneven on inner edges

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre wearing uneven on inner edge

Pass 11 Jun 2018 76,950 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 30 May 2017 64,026 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 64,026 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 51,909 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 37,792 miles

Offside rear tyre wearing uneven on inner edge

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 XZO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WR12 XZO, 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 WR12 XZO registered?

WR12 XZO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is WR12 XZO safe to buy?

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