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FP62 GOK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

145,895 mi
Last recorded145,895 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP62 GOK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2024 145,895 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & lower suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2024 145,895 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & lower suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2024 145,864 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 131,534 miles

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

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 21 Feb 2023 131,534 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))

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

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 111,037 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 101,456 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 91,111 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 81,464 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 81,464 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 75,430 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Nov 2017 75,430 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 67,873 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 54,316 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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FP62 GOK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FP62 GOK, 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 FP62 GOK registered?

FP62 GOK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is FP62 GOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP62 GOK shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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