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WU12 AAX

2012 Volkswagen Type 2

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

35,945 mi
Last recorded35,945 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Type 241,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU12 AAX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 35,945 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 35,267 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 34,427 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 34,421 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 34,205 miles

Nearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel not locking out (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal is split worn (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing door mirror glass not fitted (3.3 (a))

Offside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel not locking out (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal is split ( cracked) (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Torsion bar modified so the suspension is inoperative n/s o/s riding on its suspension stops (to low) (5.3.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disk are corroded not locking (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective n/s o/s (3.4 (b) (i))

Steering system lightly rubbing idler arm fouling hand brake cable on lock (2.1.4 (a))

advise steering idler has slight play

Pass 28 Jun 2019 31,916 miles

Central Front Steering component deformed but serviceable steering idler has slight play (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

car under side heavy under sealed

Fail 28 Jun 2019 31,914 miles

Nearside Front Steering system fouling track rod arm fouling chassis (suspension to low) (2.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Steering system fouling track rod arm fouling chassis and other items (suspension to low) (2.1.4 (a))

Central Front Steering component deformed but serviceable steering idler has slight play (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

car under side heavy under sealed

Fail 27 Jun 2019 31,882 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 29,402 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 27,625 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 25,289 miles

Offside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned steering arm (2.2.C.1b)

Offside Front signs of steering arm rubbing coolant pipe

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 18 May 2016 25,289 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned steering arm (2.2.C.1b)

Offside Front signs of steering arm rubbing coolant pipe

Offside Rear Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 22,710 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 22,708 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

signs of steering arm rubbing on chassi and coolant pipe

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2?

Based on 11,485 MOT tests across 931 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
1,092
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
931
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 935
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 631
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 538
Stop lamp not working 392
position lamp(s) not working 374
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WU12 AAX is a 2012 Volkswagen Type 2 in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 41,800 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 Type 2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU12 AAX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Type 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU12 AAX registered?

WU12 AAX is a 2012 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 12 March 2012.

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