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FV12 VXL

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,440 mi
Last recorded100,440 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 VXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2026 100,440 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2025 96,284 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 90,756 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 86,323 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 81,611 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 79,819 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 73,535 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 65,519 miles

both front tyres bald on inner edges

Pass 6 Mar 2018 60,654 miles

both front tyres wearing low inner edge

Pass 3 Mar 2017 55,846 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 49,189 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 36,755 miles

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 VXL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VXL, 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 VXL registered?

FV12 VXL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 April 2012.

Is FV12 VXL safe to buy?

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