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FL12 MKG

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

137,847 mi
Last recorded137,847 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 137,847 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2025 137,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 135,240 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 129,084 miles

Both front lower suspension arms rear inner bushes deteriorated.

O/S/F Outer CV gaiter deteriorated.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 21 Nov 2022 120,046 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 109,878 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Dec 2020 102,451 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 100,281 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 93,252 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 84,338 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 12 Jan 2017 74,452 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 65,280 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 57,062 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 MKG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FL12 MKG, 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 FL12 MKG registered?

FL12 MKG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FL12 MKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL12 MKG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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