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WV12 VDR

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,449 mi
Last recorded84,449 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV12 VDR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2025 84,449 miles

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

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

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 24 Apr 2024 79,916 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced NSF lower arm rear mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced OSF Lower Arm Rear mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 74,862 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 69,728 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 63,782 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 57,825 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 52,793 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 48,144 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 44,273 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 May 2015 39,663 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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WV12 VDR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WV12 VDR, 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 WV12 VDR registered?

WV12 VDR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is WV12 VDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV12 VDR shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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