MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
284,852 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear tyres wearing low
Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
engine covers fitted
under trays fitted
Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm x2 n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear tyres wearing low
Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
engine covers fitted
under trays fitted
Nearside Front tyre getting low on tread
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front tyre getting low on tread
UNDER-TRAYS AND SILL COVERS FITTED
NO EMISSIONS DETECTED
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOTH FRONT (2.7.3)
offside front tyre 3mm
offside rear tyre 3mm
rear brake discs corroded
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
offside front tyre 3mm
offside rear tyre 3mm
rear brake discs corroded
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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FV12 RZM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 RZM, 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 RZM?
You can check the full history of FV12 RZM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was FV12 RZM registered?
FV12 RZM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 March 2012.
Is FV12 RZM safe to buy?
The MOT history for FV12 RZM shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FV12 RZM have outstanding finance?
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