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FV12 VEF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,447 mi
Last recorded101,447 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 VEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2020 101,447 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 96,227 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 79,908 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 65,859 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 62,773 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 29 Apr 2016 55,145 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre is also cracked & perished (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre is also cracked & perished (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has two large scratches but are not excessive to block drivers view

Fail 23 Apr 2016 55,140 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55R16 (4.1.D.1b)

Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre is also cracked & perished (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre is also cracked & perished (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has two large scratches but are not excessive to block drivers view

Pass 28 Apr 2015 48,674 miles

wiper blades worn front inner brake pads low

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 VEF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 VEF, 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 FV12 VEF registered?

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

Is FV12 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV12 VEF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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