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FH62 GPX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,426 mi
Last recorded96,426 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH62 GPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2026 96,426 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2025 84,611 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 84,423 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Oct 2024 84,423 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 79,521 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 70,450 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 63,547 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 63,517 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 58,536 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 52,511 miles

both rear tyres slight distortion 235/45/17 w

Pass 4 Oct 2018 43,649 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 33,724 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2017 33,724 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 24,114 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 18,074 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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FH62 GPX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FH62 GPX, 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 FH62 GPX registered?

FH62 GPX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 December 2012.

Is FH62 GPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH62 GPX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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