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FT12 FZU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,021 mi
Last recorded154,021 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 FZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2026 154,021 miles

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 28 Apr 2025 147,017 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn

Offside Rear Lower suspension arm corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2023 128,637 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & offside rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 116,828 miles

Centre Exhaust sleeve Corroded

Pass 13 Sep 2021 104,237 miles

both front lower suspension arm rear bushes cracked and perished

front brake discs slightly corroded on inner faces

Pass 19 Oct 2020 92,560 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 86,389 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 81,433 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 75,426 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 63,342 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 49,927 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 46,538 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FT12 FZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FT12 FZU, 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.

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What year was FT12 FZU registered?

FT12 FZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is FT12 FZU safe to buy?

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