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FT12 OGX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,629 mi
Last recorded42,629 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 OGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 May 2026 42,629 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2025 41,628 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 40,591 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2023 39,085 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2022 37,206 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2021 35,328 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 33,695 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 30,819 miles

UNDERTRAYS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION

Pass 14 May 2018 27,300 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 22,837 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 18,433 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 18,370 miles

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

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

under covers fitted

Pass 11 May 2015 18,013 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emmisions to clean to obtaun a reading

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 OGX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 OGX, 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 OGX?

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What year was FT12 OGX registered?

FT12 OGX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 22 May 2012.

Is FT12 OGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT12 OGX shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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