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FT12 OJF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

264,364 mi
Last recorded264,364 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 264,364 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2026 264,364 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 149,298 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 143,048 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 127,797 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 123,211 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 107,292 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 107,292 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm uneven inner tread wear (possible abs lock up section below) (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm as above (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2020 94,702 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 82,258 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Apr 2019 82,257 miles

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

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 May 2018 72,803 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 May 2017 61,930 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 50,626 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 May 2015 35,941 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 OJF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OJF, 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

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What year was FT12 OJF registered?

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

Is FT12 OJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT12 OJF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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