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FT12 KEJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

165,177 mi
Last recorded165,177 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 KEJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2021 165,177 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush both sides at front perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2021 165,170 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush both sides at front perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 148,851 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 138,118 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 126,792 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 107,239 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 May 2016 84,396 miles

Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 59,755 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 KEJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KEJ, 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 KEJ registered?

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

Is FT12 KEJ safe to buy?

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