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FV12 MVS

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,051 mi
Last recorded102,051 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 MVS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 102,051 miles

FRONT HEADLAMPS WOULD BENEFIT A POLISH

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2025 99,290 miles

Front Headlamps would benefit a polish

Rear Coil spring corroded Both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2024 96,913 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Shock corroded also (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Various bushes showing signs of wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2024 96,913 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Shock corroded also (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Various bushes showing signs of wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 93,661 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Various bushes showing signs of wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 89,806 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres slightly wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms. Bushes also showing signs of wear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 84,883 miles

Exhaust centre clip corroded

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both rear shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 82,132 miles

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

Front tyres cracked on tread

Fail 26 Mar 2020 82,132 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front tyres cracked on tread

Pass 22 Mar 2019 76,773 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2019 76,773 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inside edge, STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 70,358 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly perished

Fail 29 Mar 2018 70,358 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly perished

Pass 16 Mar 2017 66,017 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 61,688 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 49,730 miles

N/S/F tyre slightly worn on inside

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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FV12 MVS is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,598cc 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 FV12 MVS, 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 FV12 MVS registered?

FV12 MVS is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is FV12 MVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV12 MVS shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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