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FR12 NFT

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

173,195 mi
Last recorded173,195 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 NFT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 173,195 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 163,077 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 152,809 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 142,874 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 135,273 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 131,505 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both near and off sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2019 117,331 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 103,074 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 103,074 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 May 2017 91,473 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 76,610 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 60,053 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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FR12 NFT is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FR12 NFT, 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 FR12 NFT registered?

FR12 NFT is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is FR12 NFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR12 NFT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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