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FN12 LKL

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,951 mi
Last recorded81,951 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN12 LKL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 81,951 miles

Sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2024 79,059 miles

Front Both headlamps cloudy

Sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 1 Nov 2023 75,157 miles

Front Both headlamp lenses cloudy

Sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 1 Nov 2022 72,938 miles

both headlamps going cloudy

Fail 1 Nov 2022 72,938 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

both headlamps going cloudy

osf tyre 3mm and bald on inside

Pass 27 Oct 2021 70,443 miles

both rear tyres at 3mm and worn on inside

nsf tyre worn to 3mm

Pass 28 Oct 2020 63,582 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 51,292 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 43,673 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 40,152 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 40,512 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both fronts (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 32,571 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Fail 21 Jan 2017 32,571 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 23,833 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 17,669 miles

both ft tyres wearing on the edges

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 LKL 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 FN12 LKL, 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 LKL registered?

FN12 LKL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is FN12 LKL safe to buy?

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