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FG62 LYA

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

83,050 mi
Last recorded83,050 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG62 LYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 83,050 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 78,484 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 78,484 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Daytime running lamp not working.

Pass 3 Oct 2023 70,451 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 64,977 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 58,022 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 58,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 53,880 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 50,108 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 43,207 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 36,291 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has some feathering

Pass 4 Oct 2016 29,783 miles

slight feathering n/s/r tyre

Pass 2 Oct 2015 23,243 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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FG62 LYA is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FG62 LYA, 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 FG62 LYA registered?

FG62 LYA is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is FG62 LYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG62 LYA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FG62 LYA have outstanding finance?

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