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FR12 ZYC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,885 mi
Last recorded162,885 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2025 162,885 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 152,313 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 142,281 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 130,707 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2021 119,780 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 114,431 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 105,287 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 91,646 miles

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

Offside Front tyre worn on the inner shoulder

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

no emisions blip detected

Pass 20 Sep 2017 77,475 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 64,511 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 49,975 miles

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

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

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 ZYC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZYC, 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 ZYC registered?

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

Is FR12 ZYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR12 ZYC shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FR12 ZYC have outstanding finance?

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