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FL12 MLJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

137,969 mi
Last recorded137,969 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL12 MLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 137,969 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 128,220 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 118,190 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 108,949 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 95,937 miles

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

Rear Inner WORN

Pass 17 Apr 2018 86,782 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 86,782 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 77,681 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.4mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 67,074 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 57,161 miles

both rear tyres are worn on inside edge

lots of blown tyre rubber on o/s/r suspension/brakes

Pass 6 Mar 2015 57,117 miles

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

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 MLJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MLJ, 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 MLJ registered?

FL12 MLJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is FL12 MLJ safe to buy?

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