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FG12 HWW

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

184,292 mi
Last recorded184,292 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 HWW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 184,292 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 158,758 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 158,700 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 131,646 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear both tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 12 Mar 2016 103,061 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 77,702 miles

n/s/r tyre worn inner edge and damaged inner sidewall not to excess

o/s/r tyre worn inner edge

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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FG12 HWW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FG12 HWW, 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 FG12 HWW registered?

FG12 HWW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is FG12 HWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 HWW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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