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FE62 PLV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

218,507 mi
Last recorded218,507 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE62 PLV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 218,507 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2020 189,814 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Near & Off Side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 151,780 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 151,778 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged side wall at rim/ as marked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2018 118,533 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 116,886 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 116,886 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 102,695 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 73,624 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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FE62 PLV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FE62 PLV, 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 FE62 PLV registered?

FE62 PLV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is FE62 PLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE62 PLV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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