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FR12 NFZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

172,449 mi
Last recorded172,449 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 NFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 172,449 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 165,394 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 146,760 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 146,625 miles

under tray and covers fitted front to rear

Fail 28 Jun 2017 146,625 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

under tray and covers fitted front to rear

Pass 22 Jun 2016 114,455 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear of front bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 77,761 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 NFZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NFZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FR12 NFZ registered?

FR12 NFZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is FR12 NFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR12 NFZ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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