Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 163,863 miles on the clock, averaging 8,103 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for potential patterns not qualifying as for cfgb.
MOT & Mileage History for DA12 HWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 163,863 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,260 |
| Average per year | 8,103 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Potential Patterns Not Qualifying as for CFGB
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DA12 HWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About DA12 HWU
What car is DA12 HWU?
DA12 HWU is a black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chester in 2012.
What is the mileage of DA12 HWU?
The last recorded mileage for DA12 HWU was 163,863 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA12 HWU passed its MOT?
DA12 HWU has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2026.
Is DA12 HWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA12 HWU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DA12 HWU?
DA12 HWU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.