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FR12 RVF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

169,478 mi
Last recorded169,478 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 RVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 169,478 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 145,139 miles
Fail 19 May 2022 143,170 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 75,472 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 67,808 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 62,011 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 53,769 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 53,760 miles

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage wing mirror indicator (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Front daytime running light inop

Offside Front daytime running light

Pass 1 Feb 2016 51,511 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slightly cracked. (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slightly cracked. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface slightly corroded. (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 9inner pads slightly low (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 44,951 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 44,951 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

suggest tracking due to uneven wear to front tyres

Pass 4 Jun 2014 35,191 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 15,824 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 RVF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 FR12 RVF, 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 RVF registered?

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

Is FR12 RVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR12 RVF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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