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FR12 NYX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

130,370 mi
Last recorded130,370 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 130,370 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 113,918 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2023 99,095 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2023 99,095 miles

Offside Front Daytime running lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 86,440 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge and out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge and out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 80,116 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 74,642 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs pitted and corroded on inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 66,817 miles

Front Inner BOTH FRONT INNER BRAKE DISCS BADLY CORRODED

Pass 21 Jun 2017 59,438 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 49,754 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 38,224 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 NYX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver 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 FR12 NYX, 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 NYX registered?

FR12 NYX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 July 2012.

Is FR12 NYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR12 NYX 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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