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FL12 KWZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

146,613 mi
Last recorded146,613 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL12 KWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 146,613 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 139,523 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 202,808 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2018 116,633 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 116,633 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2017 111,003 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 111,003 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 90,401 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 90,401 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 89,283 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 48,834 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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FL12 KWZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FL12 KWZ, 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 FL12 KWZ registered?

FL12 KWZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 March 2012.

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