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FN12 BUF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

82,281 mi
Last recorded82,281 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN12 BUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 82,281 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 59,529 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Outer edge ()

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

Tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 13 Jun 2023 54,106 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 41,865 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 37,775 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge and cracks on tread

Pass 29 Jun 2020 35,421 miles

both front tyres cracks on tread

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Jun 2019 32,718 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 29,268 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 26,451 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 23,201 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 23,201 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 20,288 miles

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

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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FN12 BUF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 FN12 BUF, 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 FN12 BUF registered?

FN12 BUF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is FN12 BUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN12 BUF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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