MOT Status
ValidMileage
209,404 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder and dash cam obstructing view ()
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear 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))
TYRE SIZE 235/45X17
Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshner on rear view mirror ()
engine cover and undertrays obscuring some items
Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshner on rear view mirror ()
Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
engine cover and undertrays obscuring some items
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Emissions not tested Oil level too high. (8.2.2.2 (e))
Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
exhaust gases leaking ,turbo area
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
exhaust gases leaking ,turbo area
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
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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FV12 CGU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc 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 FV12 CGU, 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 FV12 CGU?
You can check the full history of FV12 CGU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was FV12 CGU registered?
FV12 CGU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 May 2012.
Is FV12 CGU safe to buy?
The MOT history for FV12 CGU 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 FV12 CGU have outstanding finance?
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