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FT12 KCV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

138,309 mi
Last recorded138,309 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 KCV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 138,309 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 132,220 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 129,671 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 126,490 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 118,324 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 106,550 miles

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

both rear tyres are slightly perished

Fail 25 Mar 2021 106,550 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

both rear tyres are slightly perished

Pass 24 Apr 2020 98,378 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 87,718 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 76,411 miles

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

centre exhaust clamp is corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2017 64,307 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 51,753 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 39,836 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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FT12 KCV 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 FT12 KCV, 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 KCV registered?

FT12 KCV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 April 2012.

Is FT12 KCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT12 KCV 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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