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FG12 KRF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

186,486 mi
Last recorded186,486 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 186,486 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 171,399 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2024 171,323 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring insecure Not correctly located (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 153,456 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low and stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm lower on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Nov 2023 153,456 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure stepped and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low and stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm lower on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 138,103 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement half split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement half split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and Deep Splits in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Nov 2022 137,649 miles

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement half split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement half split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and Deep Splits in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 122,308 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 106,162 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 103,400 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 91,034 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 77,526 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 63,016 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 62,964 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/45r17 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 45,946 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 34,562 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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FG12 KRF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FG12 KRF, 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 KRF registered?

FG12 KRF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is FG12 KRF safe to buy?

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