MOT Status
ValidMileage
158,939 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Manufacture underneath trays fitted at time of test
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Manufacture underneath trays fitted at time of test
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Bonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
front brake discs corroded on inner face
rear brake discs corroded
front discs corroded on inner face
n/s/f tyre on 2mm
rear discs slightly corroded
windscreen lightly scratched in swept area
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?
Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FT12 LFV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 LFV, 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
How do I check the history of FT12 LFV?
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What year was FT12 LFV registered?
FT12 LFV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 14 May 2012.
Is FT12 LFV safe to buy?
The MOT history for FT12 LFV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FT12 LFV have outstanding finance?
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