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FR12 ZVJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

140,568 mi
Last recorded140,568 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 ZVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 140,568 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 140,545 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2024 129,868 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 122,010 miles

o.s f day light notworking

Fail 22 Nov 2023 122,007 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))

o.s f day light notworking

Pass 22 Nov 2022 112,297 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 99,627 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 90,801 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 75,604 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 65,008 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 53,365 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 40,953 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 31,116 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 ZVJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ZVJ, 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 ZVJ registered?

FR12 ZVJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 18 July 2012.

Is FR12 ZVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR12 ZVJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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