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FN12 ZYY

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

191,173 mi
Last recorded191,173 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2022 191,173 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 184,293 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 157,844 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2020 136,049 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 123,814 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 112,791 miles

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

n/s/f tyre poor condition worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Feb 2017 96,692 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres inner edge in poor condition (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 80,106 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 63,774 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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FN12 ZYY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZYY, 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 ZYY registered?

FN12 ZYY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is FN12 ZYY safe to buy?

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