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WU12 UXF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

236,454 mi
Last recorded236,454 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU12 UXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2026 236,454 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear end (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear end (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2025 216,140 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 201,733 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2024 201,532 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 187,246 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 171,905 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 171,783 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 155,858 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 145,625 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 133,040 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 115,999 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 108,948 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 108,948 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 95,009 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

bonnet latch sticks

Pass 9 Feb 2015 81,121 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

ns/os rear tyres going out of shape/stepped[inner edges],on 3mm approx***235/45R17-94W***

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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WU12 UXF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black 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 WU12 UXF, 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 WU12 UXF registered?

WU12 UXF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is WU12 UXF safe to buy?

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