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FV12 OTE

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

140,840 mi
Last recorded140,840 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 140,840 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 126,770 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2025 126,770 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2024 115,019 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2024 115,012 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2023 101,864 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 89,264 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 82,433 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 78,527 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 69,972 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 59,474 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 52,102 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 43,527 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 35,103 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 OTE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FV12 OTE, 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 OTE registered?

FV12 OTE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 17 April 2012.

Is FV12 OTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV12 OTE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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