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FV12 WBX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

66,845 mi
Last recorded66,845 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 66,845 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2025 63,046 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 59,239 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 57,035 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 54,171 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 51,361 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Apr 2021 51,356 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure AS MARKED IN YELLOW CHALK (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure AS MARKED IN YELLOW CHALK (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2020 48,370 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 44,189 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing highly recommend replacement asap (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing highly recommend replacement asap (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 37,125 miles

Nearside Rear tyre very slightly perishing

Offside Rear tyre very slightly perishing

Pass 12 Apr 2017 31,187 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 27,023 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 22,918 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 WBX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WBX, 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 WBX registered?

FV12 WBX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 24 April 2012.

Is FV12 WBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV12 WBX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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