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FT12 OJR

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,728 mi
Last recorded98,728 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 98,728 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Jan 2026 98,728 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 94,180 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jul 2024 94,178 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing x1 (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 90,846 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 82,229 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 78,920 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 78,920 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 74,381 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 74,381 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 70,767 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 62,641 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 54,214 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring view to testable items

Under trays fitted obscuring view to testable items

Pass 10 May 2017 45,417 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 41,641 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 33,213 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 OJR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OJR, 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 OJR registered?

FT12 OJR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is FT12 OJR safe to buy?

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