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FV12 XBR

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

166,467 mi
Last recorded166,467 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 XBR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 166,467 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 13 Feb 2017 166,467 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 152,484 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 133,440 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 116,932 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 94,054 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 73,630 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 28,091 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 35,910 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)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 14,075 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 XBR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XBR, 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 XBR registered?

FV12 XBR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 21 April 2012.

Is FV12 XBR safe to buy?

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