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FV62 ATK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,700 mi
Last recorded126,700 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 ATK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 126,700 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2026 126,700 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2025 114,978 miles

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged drivers front (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 103,236 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 96,001 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 91,560 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2022 91,557 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 81,311 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 81,308 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 75,823 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 69,972 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 61,851 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 53,249 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 43,167 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 32,130 miles

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

both front tyres worn inside shoulders

Fail 22 Sep 2015 32,130 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

both front tyres worn inside shoulders

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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FV62 ATK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV62 ATK, 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 FV62 ATK?

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What year was FV62 ATK registered?

FV62 ATK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is FV62 ATK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 ATK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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