Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 224,726 miles on the clock, averaging 19,582 miles per year, above 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 DG12 BGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 224,726 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,745 |
| Average per year | 19,582 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Potential Patterns Not Qualifying as for CFGB
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DG12 BGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Brown |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About DG12 BGU
What car is DG12 BGU?
DG12 BGU is a brown Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chester in 2012.
What is the mileage of DG12 BGU?
The last recorded mileage for DG12 BGU was 224,726 miles, recorded on 6 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG12 BGU passed its MOT?
DG12 BGU has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 May 2023.
Is DG12 BGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG12 BGU 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 DG12 BGU?
DG12 BGU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.