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FR12 ZFS

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

126,603 mi
Last recorded126,603 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 ZFS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 126,603 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2025 117,508 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 108,110 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 May 2023 98,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear tyre out of shape on the inside edge

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear tyre slightly out of shape on the inside edge

Pass 23 May 2022 88,391 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 78,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing between the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing between the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 72,566 miles

both rear coil springs slightly corroded

front console bushes perished and stating to split

front number plate starting to delaminate

front wipers smearing slightly

offside rear tyre perished and has various small cuts

Fail 1 Jun 2020 72,564 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 Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

both rear coil springs slightly corroded

front console bushes perished and stating to split

front number plate starting to delaminate

front wipers smearing slightly

offside rear tyre perished and has various small cuts

Pass 3 Jun 2019 64,988 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 4 Jun 2018 55,885 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 48,043 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 41,989 miles

Front tyres worn inner edge

Pass 13 Jul 2015 30,514 miles

Spare tyre is wrong size

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 ZFS is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 ZFS, 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 ZFS registered?

FR12 ZFS is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 17 July 2012.

Is FR12 ZFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR12 ZFS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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