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FP12 TNJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

135,584 mi
Last recorded135,584 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 TNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 135,584 miles

All underside has been under sealed

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 130,052 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened signs of over heated (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin signs of over heated (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

centre exhaust clamp breaking away

Fail 15 Nov 2023 129,965 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working door mirror led type (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective free off and lubricate (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened signs of over heated (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin signs of over heated (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

centre exhaust clamp breaking away

Pass 8 Nov 2022 122,172 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 115,840 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 108,517 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 21 May 2019 91,629 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside wiper blade split on end

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 75,951 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 11 May 2017 68,990 miles

rear tyres are starting to perish and wear on the inside edges

Pass 24 May 2016 63,470 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 54,249 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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FP12 TNJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 FP12 TNJ, 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 TNJ registered?

FP12 TNJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is FP12 TNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP12 TNJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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