MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
200,639 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush both front (2.4.G.2)
Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed front both sides (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
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FV12 VXU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 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 VXU, 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 VXU?
You can check the full history of FV12 VXU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was FV12 VXU registered?
FV12 VXU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 April 2012.
Is FV12 VXU safe to buy?
The MOT history for FV12 VXU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FV12 VXU have outstanding finance?
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