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FP12 JLV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

292,511 mi
Last recorded292,511 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 JLV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2021 292,511 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 292,511 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn high/low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 283,369 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 283,350 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner arch cover insecure

Pass 5 Aug 2019 265,164 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 260,238 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 260,238 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 211,802 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 192,179 miles

Offside Rear Tyre is wearing on inside edge. (Advise 4 wheel alignment)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 149,566 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 146,408 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear rubber mounting (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 May 2016 146,408 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear rubber mounting (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 May 2015 106,260 miles

nearside and offside rear tyre have uneven wear at inner edge

Oil leak

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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FP12 JLV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP12 JLV, 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 FP12 JLV registered?

FP12 JLV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 May 2012.

Is FP12 JLV safe to buy?

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